Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
japonica
ID:
610793

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thunb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1784

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg., ed. 14 (J. A. Murray). 512. 1784 [May-Jun 1784]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610125



Common Names

  • Japonica Clematis
  • Japonica Virgin's Bower
  • Japonica Leather Flower


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Synonyms

  • Sieboldia japonica Hoffmanns. [unknown]
  • Clematis japonica simsii Makino [unknown]
  • Clematis polypetala Poir. [unknown]
  • Clematis ternata Makino [unknown]
  • Clematis japonica villosula (Ohwi) Tamura ex Yonek. [unknown]

Description

Clematis japonica (also called Japanese Virgin's Bower, among many other common names) is a deciduous vine with fragrant white flowers. It is native to Japan and is found in forests, shrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Clematis japonica is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and parks. It has attractive foliage and fragrant flowers, making it a popular choice for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating a variety of ailments, such as fever, cough, and rheumatism.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clematis japonica is a large, showy, white or pale pink bloom with 6 to 8 petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin, with a single stem and small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clematis japonica is a deciduous, woody-stemmed climber that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through cuttings taken in late summer or early autumn. The cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be about 6 inches long. They should be planted in a pot filled with a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, bright location.

Where to Find Clematis japonica

Clematis japonica can be found in Japan.

Clematis japonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clematis japonica?

Clematis japonica

What are the common names of Clematis japonica?

Japanese Clematis

What is the natural habitat of Clematis japonica?

Woodlands, thickets, and prairies

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,

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