Andalusian Dutchman's Pipe (Aristolochia Baetica) is a perennial vine in the Aristolochiaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Aristolochia baetica is a climbing vine native to Portugal, Spain, and North Africa, known for its distinctive saxophone-shaped brown-purple to mahogany flowers and heart-shaped blue-green leaves.

Andalusian Dutchman's Pipe

Andalusian Dutchman's Pipe

Aristolochia Baetica

Aristolochia baetica is a climbing vine native to Portugal, Spain, and North Africa, known for its distinctive saxophone-shaped brown-purple to mahogany flowers and heart-shaped blue-green leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental climber, pollinator attractor, deer resistant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Andalusian Dutchman's Pipe

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Andalusian Dutchman's Pipe
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Taxonomy

Family:Aristolochiaceae
Genus:Aristolochia