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Aristolochia
genus of plants / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Aristolochia is a large plant genus with over 500 species of shrubs and herbs, many having medicinal properties. Collectively known as birthworts, pipevines or Dutchman's pipes, they are the namesake of the family (Aristolochiaceae). They are widespread and occur in the most diverse climates. Some species, like A. utriformis and A. westlandii, are threatened with extinction.
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Aristolochia | |
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Aristolochia labiata | |
Scientific classification ![]() | |
Kingdom: | Plantae |
Clade: | Tracheophytes |
Clade: | Angiosperms |
Clade: | Magnoliids |
Order: | Piperales |
Family: | Aristolochiaceae |
Subfamily: | Aristolochioideae |
Genus: | Aristolochia L.[1] |
Species | |
Over 500, see text | |
Synonyms | |
Hocquartia Dum.
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Isotrema is usually included here, but might be a valid genus. If so, it contains those species with a three-lobed calyx.