Aristolochia gigantea var. brasiliensis 'Brasiliensis' (Giant Calico Flower) - Image 2

Botanical name: Aristolochia gigantea var. brasiliensis

Common names: Giant Calico Flower, Giant Pelican Flower

Cultivar: Brasiliensis

Family: Aristolochiaceae

Origin: Brazil and Mexico

USDA Plant Hardiness MapVine or creeper plantSemi-shadeRegular waterRed, crimson, vinous flowersUnusual colorPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsFragrant plantSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time


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Aristolochia gigantea var. Brasiliensis - Giant Pelican Flower

Aristolochia gigantea var. Brasiliensis is one of the most outrageous flowers in the world. This species from Brazil has huge, over ten inches in length lemon-scented flowers and exhibits an elaborate pattern of white and mottled reddish brown. Since it is not a vigorous vine, it can easily be trained on a stake, trellis or even a hanging basket. A most interesting rare collectible.


Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
10"/3 gal pot