Aristolochia clematitis
Aristoloche clématite
Birthwort
Additional information
| Plant family | |
|---|---|
| Area | Provence Verte |
| Flower colour | yellow |
| Flower size | 20-30 mm |
| Flowering months | May, June, July |
| Leaf type | Cordate |
| Height | 100 cm |
Description
The stems arise from rhizomes.
Grows in woodlands, shaded damp areas.
Flowers
Tubular flowers are borne in small clusters in the leaf axil.
Leaves
Cordate heart-shaped. Heart-shaped, pronounced veins.
Fruits Seeds
Capsule: round to oval, 2-5 cm.
Medical
Once used in childbirth and abortions, now considered too dangerous to use.
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