Aristolochia clematitis (Birthwort, Heartwort)

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Plant with climbing stems usually upright. Has clusters of foul-smelling, yellow flowers and deeply veined, heart-shaped leaves. Has been used in folk remedies as an aid to childbirth but contains aristolochic acid which is associated with kidney damage.

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