Indian Birthwort (Aristolochia indica)
Aristolochia indica, Indian Birthwort, is a climbing plant with distinctive flowers, used in traditional medicine but toxic.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Ensure good drainage.
Soil
Well-draining soil is essential. A mix of loam, sand, and compost works well. It tolerates a range of soil types but dislikes heavy clay.
Temperature
Ideal growing temperature is between 20-30°C.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Ensure good drainage.
Reduce watering in winter.
Well-draining soil is essential. A mix of loam, sand, and compost works well. It tolerates a range of soil types but dislikes heavy clay.
Ideal growing temperature is between 20-30°C.
Avoid frost; protect from extreme cold.
Outdoor
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Reduce feeding in fall and winter.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Vine
Plant Category
Medicinal
Plant Place Type
Ground
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
5-10 m
Spread
2-4 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
2-3 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderPiperales
- familyAristolochiaceae
- genusAristolochia
- speciesAristolochia indica
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 5/5
Edible
No
Contains aristolochic acids, which are nephrotoxic and carcinogenic. Ingestion can cause severe kidney damage and is linked to urothelial cancers.