Brazilian dutchman's pipe
About Brazilian dutchman's pipe
Brazilian dutchman's pipe is a super rare houseplant 🌿 that is easy to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.
Brazilian dutchman's pipe likes soil that is well draining. You may want to supplement with a gentle, organic fertilizer throughout the peak growing season.
Brazilian dutchman's pipe belongs to the Aristolochia genus, and is native to Central America and Brazil.
⚠️ Brazilian dutchman's pipe is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. These plants are not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.
Taxonomy
Aristolochia gigantea
Aristolochia
Aristolochiaceae
Piperales
Also known as
Giant pelican flower
How to care for Brazilian dutchman's pipe
Water
How often to water your Brazilian dutchman's pipe
every 9
Brazilian dutchman's pipe needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.
Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Water 0.5 cups every
9
Light
Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
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Finding light for Brazilian dutchman's pipe in your home
a window
Brazilian dutchman's pipe love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Brazilian dutchman's pipe does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Brazilian dutchman's pipe in your home 🏡.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Brazilian dutchman's pipe
Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.
By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Brazilian dutchman's pipe after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.
FAQs
Brazilian dutchman's pipe is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
Brazilian dutchman's pipe prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.
Sunlight Needs
Brazilian dutchman's pipe requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.
Toxicity
Brazilian dutchman's pipe is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Brazilian dutchman's pipe is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.
Soil
Brazilian dutchman's pipe does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!
Fertilizer
Brazilian dutchman's pipe is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.
Growth Pattern
Brazilian dutchman's pipe is a naturally climbing plant and can be trained to climb indoors if you provide a moss pole or trellis. The newest growth will emerge from the end of the stems.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Brazilian dutchman's pipe can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-12b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
Care Summary for Brazilian dutchman's pipe
Brazilian dutchman's pipe
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
