Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
gracilifolia
ID:
610660

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rehder & E.H.Wilson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Pl. Wilson. 1: 331 (1913)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000609992



Common Names

  • Gracilifolia Clematis
  • Graceful-leaved Clematis
  • Graceful-leaved Virgin's Bower


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Synonyms

  • Clematis gracilifolia trifoliolata M.Johnson [unknown]
  • Clematis montana batangensis Finet [unknown]
  • Clematis montana pentaphylla Maxim. [unknown]
  • Clematis gracilifolia pentaphylla (Maxim.) W.T.Wang [unknown]
  • Clematis gracilifolia gracilifolia [unknown]
  • Clematis gracilifolia trifoliata M.F.Johnson [unknown]

Description

Clematis gracilifolia (also called 'Graceful-leaved Clematis', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ranunculaceae family. It is a woody, evergreen climber with pinnate leaves and white flowers. It is native to China and is found in forests, thickets and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Clematis gracilifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Clematis gracilifolia var. lasiocarpa W.T.Wang
Clematis gracilifolia var. dissectifolia W.T.Wang & M.C.Chang
Clematis gracilifolia var. macrantha W.T.Wang & M.C.Chang

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower of Clematis gracilifolia is white or pinkish-white, with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clematis gracilifolia can be propagated by division or seed. It should be planted in a sunny location in moist, well-drained soil. It requires regular watering and fertilizing to ensure optimal growth.

Where to Find Clematis gracilifolia

Clematis gracilifolia is native to the western United States, from California to Washington.

Clematis gracilifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clematis gracilifolia?

Clematis gracilifolia

What type of plant is Clematis gracilifolia?

Vine

What is the native range of Clematis gracilifolia?

China

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

Aconitum soyaense, 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2726074: Based on the initial data import
Alfred Rehder (1863-1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rehder' in the authors string.
Ernest Henry Wilson (1876-1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.H.Wilson' in the authors string.