Aristolochia gibertii

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Aristolochia gibertii var. cobra
• Aristolochia cobra
• Aristolochia ipemi
• Aristolochia warmingii var. angustilabia

Regional and Traditional Names

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Piperales, it is further categorized under the family Aristolochiaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Aristolochia.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is found across several distinct regions within the South American continent. In Western South America, its presence is specifically noted in Bolivia. Its distribution extends into Brazil, where it can be located in both the West-Central and Southeast regions. Moving toward Southern South America, the species inhabits the Northeast portion of Argentina. Finally, the plant's range also encompasses the country of Paraguay.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Aristolochia gibertii is characterized by its presence within the Cerrado (latu sensu) biome, where it occupies specific environmental niches. This species is distributed across a low-to-mid elevation gradient, ranging from sea level (0 m AMSL) up to a maximum elevation of 500 m AMSL. Its survival and distribution are closely tied to the distinct seasonal patterns and soil compositions inherent to the Cerrado ecosystem.

Elevational range max:

500 m AMSL

Elevational range min:

0 m AMSL

Habitat :

Cerrado (lato sensu)

Life history

The life history of Aristolochia gibertii is characterized by its status as a perennial species, allowing it to persist in its environment over multiple growing seasons rather than completing its cycle within a single year. As a perennial, the plant establishes a robust foundational structure that enables it to survive seasonal fluctuations and regrow during favorable conditions, contributing to its long-term presence within its specific ecological niche. This extended lifecycle supports a continuous existence that is more stable than that of annual or biennial species, facilitating gradual development and the ability to withstand periodic environmental stressors.

Lifecycle :

perennial

Morphology

The morphology of Aristolochia gibertii is characterized by a growth habit that transitions between terrestrial and semiaquatic environments, ranging from fully aquatic to terrestrial habitats. It functions as a climbing plant, specifically manifesting as a vine that utilizes an obligatory climbing mechanism to ascend its surroundings. In terms of its ecological positioning, the species is strictly terrestrial and does not exhibit epiphytic behavior, such as being a holoepiphyte or hemiepiphyte. Furthermore, the plant is an independent organism, lacking any parasitic relationship with its host plants. Structurally, it is classified as a non-woody species, which contributes to its flexible and vining physical form.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

vine

Climber :

obligatory

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

non-woody

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Activities

Aristolochia gibertii has 4 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant, Cytotoxic, Hemolytic.

Antimicrobial

1. Fitoterapia

Antioxidant

1. Fitoterapia

Cytotoxic

1. Fitoterapia

Hemolytic

1. Fitoterapia

Conditions

Aristolochia gibertii has 1 reported investigations on conditions identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported conditions include Bacillus cereus.

Bacillus cereus

1. Fitoterapia

Preparations

Aristolochia gibertii has 1 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include methanolic extracts.

Methanolic extracts

1. Fitoterapia