ARISTOLOCHIA macrophylla

Deciduous - leaves, dark-green above, lighter beneath 10-20cm (4-12in) long

Brown or black

Height and Spread - 8-10m (26-33ft)

Climber - Some of these climbing plants will need trellis or wire supports if grown on walls or fences. Other grow aerial roots and are self-clinging - strong-growing climber. Produces flowers 2.5cm (1in) across hidden amongst the foliage.

Hardy - average winter - Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F)

Full sun

Partial shade

Additional Features - Exotic plants -

Pests & Diseases - none.

Place of origin - southeastern USA.

Resistant to honey fungus - These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.

Hardiness - Frost hardy (down to -5) -

Seasonal Interest - Summer -

Soil Conditions - Fertile moist well-drained soil -