Aristolochia fimbriata
Description:
White-veined Dutchman’s pipe. A scrambling form found growing in the wild from Bolivia to Brazil and NE. Argentina. A tuberous geophyte it is predominantly found in subtropical climates. Has traditional medicinal properties and is a food source for pollinating partner butterflies. Our Plant Guardian describes the fragrance as 'not unlike ground coffee'.
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