Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
papuasica
ID:
611113

Status:
valid

Authors:
Merr. & L.M.Perry

Source:
cmp

Year:
1943

Citation Micro:
J. Arnold Arbor. 24: 34 (1943)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610445



Common Names

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


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Synonyms

  • Clematis papuasica pubescens Merr. & L.M.Perry [unknown]

Description

Clematis papuasica (also called Papuan Clematis, among many other common names) is a deciduous vine with fragrant white flowers. It is native to New Guinea and is found in forests, shrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Clematis papuasica is used as an ornamental plant, as it produces attractive white flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clematis papuasica is a white, bell-shaped flower with 4-5 petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clematis papuasica 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 by seed, cuttings, or layering.

Where to Find Clematis papuasica

Clematis papuasica is native to Papua New Guinea.

Clematis papuasica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clematis papuasica?

Clematis papuasica

What is the common name of Clematis papuasica?

Papuan Clematis

What is the natural habitat of Clematis papuasica?

Mountain slopes and meadows in New Guinea

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-2726509: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Lily May Perry (1895-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.M.Perry' in the authors string.