Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
obvallata
ID:
611028

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ohwi) Tamura

Source:
cmp

Year:
1954

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 15: 118 (1954)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610360



Common Names

  • Clematis obvallata
  • Obvallata Clematis
  • Obvallata's Clematis


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Synonyms

  • Clematis japonica obvallata Ohwi [unknown]
  • Clematis obvallata incisa Tamura [unknown]
  • Clematis obvallata iyoensis Tamura [unknown]
  • Clematis obvallata shikokiana Tamura [unknown]

Description

Clematis obvallata (also called Obovate-Leaved Virgin's Bower, among many other common names) is a deciduous, woody-stemmed, climbing vine native to China. It has white-yellow flowers with four petals and a yellow center. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun or partial shade and is often found in woodlands, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Clematis obvallata is a species of flowering vine native to China. It is often used as an ornamental plant due to its showy, fragrant flowers and its ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Clematis obvallata are white, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clematis obvallata is a perennial vine that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil pH levels. It can be propagated by cuttings in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Clematis obvallata

Clematis obvallata is native to China and can be found in moist, shaded forests.

Clematis obvallata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clematis obvallata?

Clematis obvallata

What is the common name of Clematis obvallata?

Obvallate Clematis

What is the natural habitat of Clematis obvallata?

It is native to 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-2726429: Based on the initial data import
Jisaburo Ohwi (1905-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ohwi' in the authors string.
Michio Tamura (1927-2007): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tamura' in the authors string.