Vine
Dutchman's Pipe
Aristolochia macrophylla
Varieties We Carry
StandardAristolochia macrophylla
Sizes & Pricing
3 galFrom$24.59
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 11.
LightFull Sun, Part Shade
WaterHigh
Mature size15-30 feet long (climbing vine) × 15-25 feet
About Dutchman's Pipe
Dutchman's Pipe (Aristolochia macrophylla) is a vigorous deciduous vine native to the Appalachian region, grown for its large, heart-shaped leaves that create dense shade and its unusual curved, pipe-shaped yellowish-green flowers. It is a larval host plant for the pipevine swallowtail butterfly. Starting at $24.59.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer
- Flower Color
- Purple
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Loam, Well-drained, Moist
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Bloom season. Higher water demand in summer heat.
Foliage may begin to change or drop. Ideal planting window.
Dormant — drops foliage.
Care essentials
Light
Dutchman's Pipe grows in full sun to partial shade, performing best with morning sun and afternoon shade protection in NE Florida's intense heat. Note: this Appalachian native is rated zones 4–8 and is not reliably suited to zone 9b's heat and humidity — consider the native Florida Dutchman's Pipe (Aristolochia tomentosa or A. serpentaria) as a zone-appropriate alternative for pipevine swallowtail habitat.
Water
Requires consistently moist, never drying soil — it is intolerant of drought. In NE Florida's sandy soils, regular deep watering and thick organic mulch are essential; however, zone 9b's summer heat will significantly stress this cool-climate species.
Soil & Fertilizer
Plant in rich, moist, organic loam with excellent drainage; amend sandy Florida soils with generous compost. Fertilize lightly in spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer. Provide a sturdy trellis or fence, as this vine grows 4–6 feet per season when established.
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Common questions
Is Dutchman's Pipe a good plant for St. Augustine?
Dutchman's Pipe is a vine for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, with low salt tolerance, reaching 15-30 feet long (climbing vine) × 15-25 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.