Richmond Birdwing Butterfly Vine (Aristolochia Praevenosa) 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 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Aristolochia praevenosa is a large woody vine native to Australia, especially Queensland and New South Wales, known for its dense covering of brown hairs on petioles, young shoots, and inflorescences.

Richmond Birdwing Butterfly Vine

Richmond Birdwing Butterfly Vine

Aristolochia Praevenosa

Aristolochia praevenosa is a large woody vine native to Australia, especially Queensland and New South Wales, known for its dense covering of brown hairs on petioles, young shoots, and inflorescences.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, peaty
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:host plant for butterflies, climber, ornamental vine

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Richmond Birdwing Butterfly Vine

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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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Richmond Birdwing Butterfly Vine
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Taxonomy

Family:Aristolochiaceae
Genus:Aristolochia