How much sun does Dutchman's-pipe need?

Dutchman's-pipe grows best in part shade conditions.

When does Dutchman's-pipe bloom?

Dutchman's-pipe blooms in April, May, and June.

Where is Dutchman's-pipe native?

Dutchman's-pipe (Aristolochia macrophylla) is native to AL, GA, KY, MD and 8 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).

What butterflies or moths does Dutchman's-pipe host?

Dutchman's-pipe is a larval host plant for pipevine swallowtail.

Dutchman's-pipe

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Author: Pollinator Patch

Aristolochia macrophylla

Last reviewed: August 2026

Toxicity unknown

Dutchman's-pipe (Aristolochia macrophylla) is not listed by the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center (opens in new tab) or the other sources we check, so we have no verdict for it either way. Absence from those lists is not a clearance. If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.

Light

part shade

Water

medium

Size

240"–360" H × 60"–120" W

Bloom

Apr, May, Jun

Native to

AL, GA, KY, MD and 8 more states

Pollinators

flies

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A vigorous twining vine with very large heart-shaped leaves that form a dense green curtain over a trellis or arbor. Curious pipe-shaped mottled brown and yellow flowers are tucked beneath the foliage.

Wildlife value

Host plant for pipevine swallowtail.

This vine is the classic larval host for the pipevine swallowtail butterfly, whose caterpillars feed exclusively on its leaves.

Common questions

How much sun does Dutchman's-pipe need?: Dutchman's-pipe grows best in part shade conditions.
When does Dutchman's-pipe bloom?: Dutchman's-pipe blooms in April, May, and June.
Where is Dutchman's-pipe native?: Dutchman's-pipe (Aristolochia macrophylla) is native to AL, GA, KY, MD and 8 more states, per the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew).
What butterflies or moths does Dutchman's-pipe host?: Dutchman's-pipe is a larval host plant for pipevine swallowtail.

Native range data from the World Checklist of Vascular Plants (Kew). Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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