Aristolochea gigantea
– A traditional garden favorite
– Rapidly growing heart-leaf vine
– Unusual brownish purple flower
– Use for dense fence or patio
coverage
This tropical pipe vine can quickly cover an arbor in its large, heart-shaped leaves, and the big, weird flowers are fantastical and whimsical! Choose a protected location or use to provide quick annual cover. A note: this species is poisonous to native pipevine swallowtail caterpillars, so don’t choose this variety for a butterfly garden. Instead, opt for Aristolochia fimbriata or one of the native pipevines.
Light: Full sun to part shade
Height: 15′-30′
Width: 15′-20′
Hardiness Zone: 10
