Aristolochia tomentosa, Pipevine
Notes:
Commonly found growing on trees along rivers, streams, and wet woodlands, A. tomentosa is a woody stemmed vining plant that can reach heights of 20-30 feet! A. tomentosa is also a host plant for the Pipevine Swallowtail (Battus philenor). A. tomentosa is an excellent addition to any garden, though you may want to give them a trellis.
- Listing ID: 3818
- Duration: Perennial
- Soil Moisture: 1-5 (dry to wet): 3-4
- Stratification: 60 days cold moist stratification required
- Bloom Time: April-May
- Family: Arsitolochiaceae (Birthwort)
- Sunlight Exposure: Partial shade to full sun
- Latin Name: Aristolochia tomentosa
- Common Name: Pipevine, Dutchman's pipevine
- Eco-Region: 251