Birthwort Aristolochia clematitis

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Botanical Name:

Aristolochia clematitis

Family:

Aristolochiaceae

Genus:

Aristolochia

Species:

clematitis

Common Name:

Birthwort

Lot#:
9902
Seeds Per Pound:
8,807
Quantity:
0.58 lb
Average Viable Seeds/Packet:
38
Germination:
99%
Germination Test Type:
Cut (Full Seed)
Purity:
99%
Height:
2-3 feet
Collection Locale:
Hungary
Crop Year:
1999
Minimum Hardiness Zone:
6
In Stock: 0.58 lb
Prices
  • Aristolochia clematitis

Items are priced on a curve, you can buy any 'bulk quantity' up to what we have in stock, some examples are:
1 packet (~ 38 seeds)
$8.95
1 oz (~ 550 seeds)
$49.50
Growing Info, follow in order:
Scarification: Soak in water, let stand in water for 24 hours.
Stratification: cold stratify for 90 days.
Germination: sow seed 1/4" deep, tamp the soil, mulch the seed bed.
In a Nutshell:
* Aristolochia clematitis , (European) Birthwort , is a herbaceous plant in the Aristolochiaceae family, which is native to Europe. The leaves are heart shaped and the flowers are pale yellow and tubular in form. more...
* Birthwort has a very long history of medicinal use, though it has been little researched scientifically and is little used by present-day herbalists. It is an aromatic tonic herb that stimulates the uterus, reduces inflammation, controls bacterial infections and promotes healing.
* The plant should not be used internally without experienced supervision, externally it is used in the treatment of slow-healing cuts, eczema, infected toe and finger nails etc. Use with caution, internal consumption can cause damage to the kidneys and uterine bleeding. It should not be used by pregnant women. more...
Usda description:
More info on http://plants.usda.gov