RICHMOND BIRDWING VINE

Botanical Name: Pararistolochia praevenosa

Description

A large vine of temperate subtropical rainforests. The vine attracts one of the largest and most spectacular butterflies the Richmond Birdwing Butterfly which is considered an endangered species. This is the only food source for the catterpillars of this butterfly and is essential for the survival of the species.  Plants require support on which to climb, a trellis, a fence or over a stump.

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	$14.75	11	Cutting	Small	← FREE POSTAGE
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	$14.90	0	Cutting	Medium	In Production

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Customer Comments on Richmond Birdwing Vine

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Richmond Birdwing Vine

We planted one about 6 months ago. It's now spring and is about 2 meters tall. We've lead it up via twine to a palm tree. It seems very happy but we're yet to see any flowers or butterflies. Hopefully over the summer. | Jj King - Lennox Head, NSW 04-Oct-2016

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Richmond Birdwing Vine (Seedling) 8/10 Simon1's Edible Fruits Update: 2875 days 8hrs Comments: - Planted in ground. Plant is a little more straggly than I expected.  The flowers have just started. Not really noticable, but it was planted for environmental reasons, to assist with getting birdwing butterflies back into the area. I have not seen any yet. Planted: 2008 Height 0.5 metres Growing: In the Ground Qty: 1 Sun/Shade: Medium Sun Water Given in: Summer Pollination: No When I Fertilise: Never Pest Control: Nil Was this review helpful? Yes | No | Report 9 of 12 people found this review useful * You need your own My Edibles Page to contribute Quick & Easy