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Aristolochia
littoralis ~ Calico Flower, Pelican Flower |
Aristolochia littoralis
is much hardier
than it looks. The Calico Flower has survived in the ground in
our garden at temperatures in the low teens. The
top completely dies back and then sprouts back in the Spring, but for a flower like this it is worth the trouble.
In our area Calico Flower can be
expected to produce 5-10 feet of new growth each year. The roots are a little
tuberous. Aristolochia littoralis is fertile from seed. The common name for the family is
Birthwort. I am sure this has more to do with the medicinal uses than
its own fertility which is impressive. Aristolochia littoralis grows
2" flowers that are just plain unusual. That makes it
entertaining in any garden.
High
resolution images of Aristolochia
littoralis are available.
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