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Pelican Flower

Scientific Name: Aristolochia gigantea Mart. & Zucc.
Synonym: Aristolochia sylvicola
Family: Aristolochiaceae

Recommended Temperature Zone:
USDA: 10-12

Sun Exposure: Light shade to full sun

Origin: Costa Rica, Panama

Growth Habits: Evergreen vine, fast growing 15 to 20 feet tall (4.5 to 6 m.)

Flowers: Violet flowers, up to 6 inches wide (15 cm.), in early summer to early fall

Watering Needs: Regular water

Propagation: Cuttings

Blooming Habits:
Spectacular, foul smelling flowers, up to 1 foot long (30 cm)

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