Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Aristolochia disticha is a vigorous vine with large, distinctive heart-shaped leaves and unusual, trumpet-shaped flowers. It thrives in warm climates.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright Indirect
75% intensity
Prefers bright, filtered light. Avoid direct, intense sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-draining
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-25°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season, reduce in winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Toxic if ingested.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Aristolochia disticha regularly, allowing the top 2-3 cm of soil to dry out between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in potted specimens.
Overwatering can be detrimental to this tropical vine.
Prune Aristolochia disticha to maintain desired shape and size, and to encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches.
Pruning can be done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. This also helps improve air circulation.
Propagate Aristolochia disticha from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Cuttings should be about 10-15 cm long and planted in a well-draining potting mix.
Keep the cuttings moist and in a warm, humid environment, ideally with bottom heat, to encourage root development.
Repot Aristolochia disticha every 2-3 years or when it becomes root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix. Choose a pot that is slightly larger than the current one.
Repotting is best done in early spring before the plant enters its active growth phase.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Aristolochia Disticha (Aristolochia disticha)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Piperales |
| Family | Aristolochiaceae |
| Genus | Aristolochia |
| Species | Aristolochia disticha |
Similar in genus Aristolochia
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