Aristolochia

Arbors of vines hang from canopies in ancient times Impenetrable to the rays of the sun Deciduous liana perennial Cordate axils from leaf stalks grow Toothed calyx triumvirate Globose flowers jut from gynostemium Scented hairs within the perianth Luring insects To unite the male and female Pollen-covered prey escapes And leaves behind a withered cage Relеasing agents of propagation Aristolochic acid within its flesh Carcinogenic rеaper Spreading to the grain of man Ravaging adrenal function Nephropathy From the front of birthwort Leukocytes spring abundant Endospermic seeds bear dehiscent capsules Disinfectant for the toils of war

Submitted by Finntroll — Feb 11, 2026