Aristolochia macrophylla

Dutchman's Pipe

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Vigorous climbing vine with large heart-shaped leaves and unique pipe-like flowers, native to southern Europe, ideal for trellises or garden walls.
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Plant Details

Common Name Dutchman's Pipe
Family Aristolochiaceae
Genus Aristolochia
Species Macrophylla
Origin Southern Europe
Blooming Late spring to summer, sometimes autumn
Leaf Color Dark green (upper), grey-green (lower)
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-draining loamy soil with high organic content; tolerates various pH levels.

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Watering

Keep soil evenly moist during active growth (spring-summer); reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun to partial shade; in hot climates, afternoon shade protects foliage from scorching.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during growing season; stop fertilizing in late autumn.

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Pruning

Cut back dead stems to ground level in late winter or early spring before new growth emerges.

Pest Control Aphid Snail 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
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% 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)
1500 – 3000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 65%
% 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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