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Swanflower

Aristolchia erecta

About This Plant

Sun or partial shade. Swanflower mimics a trailing grass. It can be recognized by its intriguing tubular flowers, resembling orchids or pitcher plants. Swanflower is a larval host for Pipevine swallowtail butterflies. The fleshy black and orange caterpillars are often easier to spot than their host plants. keep it if you have it. May be found in specialty native plant nurseries.

Origins: Texas

Maintenance

Maintain soil moisture.

A grass mimic with flowers resembling pitcher plant.

Min. Height: 3'

Max Height: 10 inches'

Min. Width: 3'

Max Width: 10 inches'

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