Aristolochia Californica

Pelican Flower (Aristolochia gigantea) An amazing tropical climber that inspires a sense of awe in all that behold its beauty. Ivory veining against a burgundy velvet background with long tubular flowers reminds us of its coined name"Dutchman's Pipes."

The leaves are heart shaped and the flowers are pale yellow and tubular in form. * 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 in flower from June to August. * The plant contains the antiseptic and antitumor compound aristolochic acid. * CLIMBER growing to 7 m (23ft) at a fast rate. * It attaches itself by means of twining around other plants, it has been recommended...

* It is in flower from June to August. * The plant contains the antiseptic and antitumor compound aristolochic acid. * CLIMBER growing to 7 m (23ft) at a fast rate. * It attaches itself by means of twining around other plants, it has been recommended...

* Sow the seed in mid spring or late summer to early autumn in a sunny border outdoors and only just cover the seed. Autumn sown plants may require protection from frosts in cold winters.

* Has long roots. The young leaves are purple. Native to the Yangzhi River area of China and Japan. It is used internally in the treatment of snakebite, gastric disorders involving bloating, and is clinically effective against hypertension.

* Sow the seed in mid spring or late summer to early autumn in a sunny border outdoors and only just cover the seed. Autumn sown plants may require protection from frosts in cold winters.

Calico Flower (Aristolochia grandiflora) This botanical wonder will bloom in spring, summer and fall. Upon closer inspection, one is carried through a yawning mouth which leads to an inflated pouch.

* Has long roots. The young leaves are purple. Native to the Yangzhi River area of China and Japan. It is used internally in the treatment of snakebite, gastric disorders involving bloating, and is clinically effective against hypertension.

Dutchman's Pipe (Aristolochia galeata) A Brazilian native, this Dutchman's Pipe has distinctive flowers in patterns of mottled cream and deep maroon. These flowers are meant to be admired from a distance because they do have the same smell as most aristolochias.

Creamy white, glistening petals appear in single to double form on this carefree cottage flower. Self sows.Coming Soon An unabashed sun worshipper, they unfurl their blooms in sunny weather, closing as the beams wane.

Glossy petals of orange, scarlet, and deep red are dazzling against the upright blue green filigree foliage. Deadhead for continued bloom. The flowers are large, 3” across, and bloom early summer to fall where summer temps are moderate.

Artemisia Californica, commonly known as California Sagebrush, is a well known staple of the chaparral habitat. Simply spritz around your home or personal space for a refreshing, purifying, and healing energy.

Cut back if bloom slows for another flush of flowers that continue until hard freeze. Self sows.Coming Soon Native Americans used this plant for toothache, and today it is recommended for its analgesic and mild narcotic properties.

* A shrub with 1/4" white flowers followed by 1/4" round scarlet fruit; resembles S. Cascadensis; compound leaves; native to California * The individual leaflets are toothed almost from base to apex.

* A shrub with 1/4" white flowers followed by 1/4" round scarlet fruit; resembles S. Cascadensis; compound leaves; native to California * The individual leaflets are toothed almost from base to apex.

Pale butter-yellow blooms tip lovely gray-green finely cut foliage. A self-sower that would be dearly missed if it didn't reappear every spring, choosing edges of paths and gravelly well-drained spots.Coming Soon

Last updated: 09-Mar-2004 * The fruit and its capsule are antiasthmatic, antiseptic, antitussive and expectorant. A decoction of the fruit is used in the treatment of cancer, coughs, inflammation of the respiratory organs, haemorrhoids and hypertension.

Mottled Dutchman's Pipe (Aristolochia labiata) This Brazilian native climbing vine has a unique brown mottled flower that's also called Rooster Flower because of its protruding lip that looks like a rooster's wattle.

Place in full sun about 8” apart. Starting Outdoors: Recommended. Direct sow in early spring or fall; late winter in mild winter areas (zones 8-10). Soil pH: No pH preference. California poppies require cold soil to germinate and a little thinning to...

* Umbellularia californica is a large tree native to coastal forests of California and slightly extended into Oregon .

* Umbellularia californica is a large tree native to coastal forests of California and slightly extended into Oregon .

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* It is in flower from Jul to August, and the seeds ripen in September. * Large shrub or small tree; silvery bark; dark green leaves; flowers fragrant, white to light pink. * A decidious Tree growing to 12 m.

Last updated: 09-Mar-2004 * The fruit and its capsule are antiasthmatic, antiseptic, antitussive and expectorant. A decoction of the fruit is used in the treatment of cancer, coughs, inflammation of the respiratory organs, haemorrhoids and hypertension.

The French name is Bonnets-qui-tombent from the irresistible nightcap which one is so tempted to pull of the awakening flower.'' After the sepals fall, the silky blooms open in masses in sunny weather in summer, all season in cooler summer areas.

Does well in regular soil that is well-drained, and tolerates drought conditions. Keep at 60-65°F. Seeds: Each flower will turn into a slender, almost stringbean-like seed capsule containing tiny brownish-black seeds.