Manchurian Dutchman's Pipe 10 Seeds Aristolochia Manchuriensis

Aristolochia manshuriensis, commonly known as Manchurian Dutchman’s pipe, is a vigorous, deciduous woody vine native to northeastern China, Korea, and the Russian Far East, valued primarily for its dramatic foliage and unusual flowers. It produces long, twining stems that can climb 15–20 m (50–65 ft) or more when supported, making it suitable for covering pergolas, arbors, and large trellises. The leaves are exceptionally large and heart-shaped, often 20–40 cm (8–16 in) across, soft-textured, and medium to deep green, forming a dense, lush canopy that provides deep shade in summer. In late spring to early summer, the plant bears distinctive, pipe-shaped flowers singly from the leaf axils; these blooms are greenish to yellowish outside with rich purple-brown to maroon interiors marked by intricate veining, functioning as temporary traps for pollinating insects. Though not showy from a distance, the flowers are botanically intriguing and emit a faint scent that attracts flies and small insects. After pollination, elongated, capsule-like fruits develop, containing numerous flat seeds. Aristolochia manshuriensis prefers moist, fertile, well-drained soils and grows best in full sun to partial shade, with some protection from intense afternoon heat in warmer regions. It is cold-hardy and tolerant of winter frost, resprouting vigorously in spring.