Aristolochia grandiflora
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| Aristolochia grandiflora Vahl, 1791 |
Aristolochia grandiflora, or Pelican Flower, is a deciduous vine with enormous flowers that emit an odor that humans consider unpleasant but attractive to insects. The plant is native to the Caribbean, and has been introduced to Florida in the United States as an attractor of butterflies.
[edit] External links
- Aristolochia grandiflora plant profile at USDA
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