Aristolochia sempervirens

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BirthwortClimber, EvergreenFamily: Aristolochiaceae

Flower colour:

Purple

Yellow

Foliage colour:

Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun, partial shade

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Position in Border:

Back

Soil

Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Aristolochia sempervirens is a fantastic evergreen woody climber with glossy, heart-shaped leaves. Throughout spring and early summer its curved, tubular, burgundy flowers use their hairy yellow throat to catch and trap insects temporarily to aid pollination. Half hardy, it’s a great talking point and is a good choice for growing up a sheltered trellis or wall. It may also be used as groundcover.

Grow Aristolochia sempervirens in a sheltered site in moist but well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Take semi-ripe cuttings or propagate from seed in summer to insure against winter losses. Cut back in spring if necessary.

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Aristolochia ‘Sempervirens’ and wildlife

Aristolochia ‘Sempervirens’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Aristolochia ‘Sempervirens’ poisonous?

Aristolochia ‘Sempervirens’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People

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