Status:
valid
Authors:
D.Estes
Source:
cmp
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Sida 22: 67 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000609658
Common Names
- Carrizo Clematis
- Carrizo Virgin's Bower
- Carrizo Leather Flower
Description
Clematis carrizoensis (also called Carrizo Creek Clematis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the buttercup family. It is native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It is a climbing plant, with purple flowers, and prefers sunny, dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Clematis carrizoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used as a food source, as its fruits are edible and can be eaten raw or cooked.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Clematis carrizoensis is white to pale pink, with four petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. Seedlings have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clematis carrizoensis is a deciduous vine that can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers well-drained soil and should be watered regularly. Propagation can be done through seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Clematis carrizoensis
Clematis carrizoensis is native to the southwestern United States, including California, Arizona, and New Mexico.
Clematis carrizoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clematis carrizoensis?
Clematis carrizoensis
What is the common name of Clematis carrizoensis?
Carrizo leatherflower
What is the natural habitat of Clematis carrizoensis?
It is native to the southwestern United States
Species in the Clematis genus
Clematis decipiens,
Clematis hagiangensis,
Clematis incisodenticulata,
Clematis leptophylla,
Clematis malacoclada,
Clematis satomiana,
Clematis vietnamensis,
Clematis wenxianensis,
Clematis xiangguiensis,
Clematis acapulcensis,
Clematis acerifolia,
Clematis actinostemmatifolia,
Clematis acuminata,
Clematis acutangula,
Clematis addisonii,
Clematis aethusifolia,
Clematis affinis,
Clematis afoliata,
Clematis africolineariloba,
Clematis akebioides,
Clematis akoensis,
Clematis albicoma,
Clematis alborosea,
Clematis alpina,
Clematis alternata,
Clematis andersonii,
Clematis antonii,
Clematis apiculata,
Clematis apiifolia,
Clematis archboldiana,
Clematis aristata,
Clematis armandii,
Clematis baldwinii,
Clematis baominiana,
Clematis barbellata,
Clematis bigelovii,
Clematis bojeri,
Clematis bonariensis,
Clematis boninensis,
Clematis bourdillonii,
Clematis bowkeri,
Clematis brachiata,
Clematis brachystemon,
Clematis brachyura,
Clematis bracteolata,
Clematis brasiliana,
Clematis brevicaudata,
Clematis brevipes,
Clematis buchananiana,
Clematis burmanica,
Species in the Ranunculaceae family
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Aconitum abietetorum,
Aconitum acutiusculum,
Aconitum ajanense,
Aconitum alboflavidum,
Aconitum alboviolaceum,
Aconitum alpino-nepalense,
Aconitum ambiguum,
Aconitum amplexicaule,
Aconitum angulatum,
Aconitum angusticassidatum,
Aconitum angustifolium,
Aconitum anthora,
Aconitum apetalum,
Aconitum aquilonare,
Aconitum artemisiifolium,
Aconitum assamicum,
Aconitum atlanticum,
Aconitum austriacum,
Aconitum austrokoreense,
Aconitum axilliflorum,
Aconitum azumiense,
Aconitum baburinii,
Aconitum baicalense,
Aconitum baicalense,
Aconitum bailangense,
Aconitum barbatum,
Aconitum baumgartenianum,
Aconitum berdaui,
Aconitum bhedingense,
Aconitum bicolor,
Aconitum biflorum,
Aconitum brachypodum,
Aconitum bracteolatum,
Aconitum brevicalcaratum,
Aconitum brevilimbum,
Aconitum brevipetalum,
Aconitum brunneum,
Aconitum bucovinense,
Aconitum bujbense,
Aconitum bulbilliferum,
Aconitum bulleyanum,
Aconitum burnatii,
Aconitum calthifolium,
Aconitum cammarum,
Aconitum campylorrhynchum,
Aconitum cannabifolium,
Aconitum carmichaelii,
Aconitum changianum,
Aconitum charkeviczii,
References
Dwayne Estes: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Estes' in the authors string.