Aristolochia serpentaria


Scientific Name:Aristolochia serpentaria
Synonym:Endodeca serpentaria
Family:Aristolochiaceae
Common Name:Pipevine, Virginia Snakeroot
Authority: (L.) Raf.
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C Value:6
Wetness:UPL
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Duration:Perennial
Reproduction:Monoecious
Flower Type:Perfect
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Flower Color:Brown
Growth Habit:Forb
Leaf Arrangement:Alternate
Leaf Type:Simple
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Distribution:BONAP Distribution Map
Status (State):Not Listed
Status (Federal):Not Listed
ID Tips:This species has a cordate leaf base.
Gee Whiz:This is the host plant for the Pipevine Swallowtail Butterfly caterpillars.
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More Info:Illinois Wildflowers Search