Aristolochia gigantea

Giant Dutchman's Pipe

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Tropical climbing vine with large heart-shaped leaves and pipe-like flowers emitting a meaty scent. Fast-growing in warm conditions, requires support.
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Plant Details

Common Name Giant Dutchman's Pipe
Family Aristolochiaceae
Genus Aristolochia
Species Gigantea
Origin Brazil
Blooming Summer to early autumn, flowers are rare indoors.
Leaf Color Deep green
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-draining loamy soil with organic matter and perlite

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growing season, reduce in winter. High humidity preferred.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light, tolerates full sun in cooler climates but scorches in intense heat

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth (Spring/Summer)

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Pruning

Prune back vigorously after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushier growth

Pest Control Aphid Mealybug Spider Mite Thrip

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
54° – 93°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
45% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3800
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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