Dutchman's Pipe
Aristolochia littoralis

Dutchman's Pipe has an unusual looking flower that attracts butterflies and blooms all summer and fall. This vigorous climber with the Meerschaum pipe shaped buds and heart shaped deep green leaves will thrive in shade or part shade, in well drained moist soil conditions. It is zoned 5-9, so will survive the winter in our area of Greater Cincinnati. It will grow and climb 8-10' in height and flowers on old wood.
Application of general purpose fertilizer at the beginning of each growing season and then periodically throughout the season will bring a plethora of flowers to enjoy as well as marvel at their unusual looks. Their leaves are an excellent food source for Swallowtail butterfly larvae.
This plant is also known as the Calico Flower because of it's color when fully opened.

By: Sandy Weinkam
Gardening Expert at A.J. Rahn's Greenhouses