Swanflower
Swanflower
–
Aristolchia erecta
Aristolchia erecta
Texas
3
–
10 inches
3
–
10 inches
Central Texas
Texas
Full Sun
Part Sun/Shade
Low
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About This Plant
Sun or partial shade. Swanflower mimics a trailing grass. It can be recognized by its intriguing tubular flowers, resembling orchids or pitcher plants.
Swanflower is a larval host for Pipevine swallowtail butterflies. The fleshy black and orange caterpillars are often easier to spot than their host plants. keep it if you have it. May be found in specialty native plant nurseries.
Maintenance
Maintain soil moisture.
Features
Plant Type:
Perennial
Size:
3-10" H, 3-10" W
Sunlight Requirements:
Full Sun, Part Sun/Shade
Soil Types:
Sandy
Wildlife:
Butterflies, Butterfly Larvae
Flower Color:
Brown, Purple
Bloom Time:
April, May, June, July, August, September, October
Freeze Hardy:
Yes
Invasive:
No
Caution:
None
Coupon Eligible:
No
This plant goes well with
Bouteloua gracilis
Chrysactinia mexicana
Croton spp.
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