Also known as Bejuco De Santiago · Dutchman's Pipe
Bejuco-de-Santiago (Aristolochia trilobata) is a vigorous vine with unique, trumpet-shaped flowers, native to tropical America, often found in forests.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Partial shade to bright indirect light
50% intensity
Protect from intense afternoon sun, which can scorch leaves.
Regular watering
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, allow top layer to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-draining
50% intensity
Warm temperatures
75% intensity
Ideal range of 18-24°C. Protect from frost; bring indoors if temperatures drop below 10°C.
During growing season
50% intensity
Feed with diluted balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks from spring to late summer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Edible | No |
Toxic if ingested
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Reduce watering slightly during winter months when the plant's growth slows down.
Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in containers.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, and to remove any dead, damaged, or crossing stems. Light pruning can be done anytime, but heavier pruning is best done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
This encourages bushier growth and better flowering.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Insert cuttings into a moist, well-draining potting mix. Rooting can be encouraged with bottom heat and a rooting hormone.
Patience is key, as rooting can take several weeks to a few months.
Repot young plants annually in spring, and mature plants every 2-3 years or when root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost.
Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one to avoid overwatering issues.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Bejuco-De-Santiago (Aristolochia trilobata)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Piperales |
| Family | Aristolochiaceae |
| Genus | Aristolochia |
| Species | Aristolochia trilobata |
Similar in genus Aristolochia
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
