Aristolochia ringens
Gaping Dutchman's Pipe
Also known as: Aristolochia globiflora Mutis +3 more
- Aristolochia globiflora Mutis
- Aristolochia turbacensis Kunth
- Howardia galeata (Mart. & Zucc.) Klotzsch
- Howardia ringens (Vahl) Klotzsch
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Aristolochiaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a climber.
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Aristolochia ringens (commonly known as Gaping Dutchman's Pipe) is a climbing plant within the Aristolochiaceae family. It is found natively in South America. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions.
Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Climber / Vine
Native Range
Continents (WGSRPD)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Central America, Northern South America, Southern South America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Argentina Northwest, Bolivia, Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Panama, Peru, Venezuela
Introduced Range
Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Assam, Benin, Cameroon, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Florida, Ghana, Guinea, Honduras, Jamaica, Leeward Is., Nigeria, Puerto Rico, Queensland, Senegal, Society Is., Sri Lanka, Thailand, Venezuelan Antilles