Water
Keep the soil consistently moist during the growing season, but avoid waterlogging. Reduce watering in fall and winter, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in containers.
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Kaempfer Dutchman's Pipe (Aristolochia kaempferi) is a vigorous vine with large, heart-shaped leaves and unusual, pipe-shaped flowers. It's a striking ornamental for trel
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Moderate to High
75% intensity
Prefers full sun to partial shade. Protect from intense afternoon sun.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist during growth, reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during the growing season with balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 4/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 4/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Contains aristolochic acids, which are toxic and carcinogenic.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist during the growing season, but avoid waterlogging. Reduce watering in fall and winter, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in containers.
Prune in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches. This encourages vigorous growth and can help shape the plant.
Light pruning can also be done after flowering to maintain form.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Root cuttings in a well-draining potting mix. Alternatively, seeds can be sown in spring, but germination can be slow and erratic.
Grafting is also an option for faster results.
Repot young plants annually in spring, or when root-bound. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Ensure the new pot is only slightly larger than the current one to avoid overwatering.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Kaempfer Dutchman's Pipe (Aristolochia kaempferi)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Piperales |
| Family | Aristolochiaceae |
| Genus | Aristolochia |
| Species | Aristolochia kaempferi |
Similar in genus Aristolochia
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