· native to brazil, the calico vine grows well in warmer climates, and acts as an outdoor perennial in zones 9 through 12. Calico vine is grown to add decorative interest to outdoor spaces, to climb and cover vertical surfaces, for privacy screening, and just because the flowers are so unique. The flowers of this plant produce an odor similar to that of rotting meat. Purchase in early summer just before it starts to flower, making it easier to select a healthy plant. Herbal preparations have been used for various ailments and to ease the pain of childbirth, however these plants are highly toxic. Renowned for its vibrant blooms and sprawling growth habits, this plant adds charm to gardens and landscapes. Aristolochia littoralis, the calico flower or elegant dutchmans pipe, is a species of evergreen vine belonging to the family aristolochiaceae. This climbing vine is a perennial also known as aristolochia littoralis, is capable of living a long life with the right soil, watering, and sunlight. Calico flower is a rapidly growing woody vine , twining to 12 or more. · calico flower is grown for its colorful and unique pipe-shaped flowers. · operculina sericantha, commonly known as the calico vine , is a fascinating member of the convolvulaceae family. Aristolochia littoralis, commonly called calico flower, is a tropical twining evergreen vine that produces unusual flowers, each of which resembles a dutchman’s pipe suspended on a thin stalk. Bright green leaves are usually evergreen and the vining stems become quite woody with age.
