Status:
valid
Authors:
Aitch. & Hemsl.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1880
Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot. 18: 29 (1880)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610590
Common Names
- Robertsiana Clematis
- Virgin's Bower
- Leather Flower
Description
Clematis robertsiana (also called Roberts' Clematis, among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to eastern Asia. It grows in woodlands, hedgerows, and grasslands. It has dark green leaves and white or pink flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Clematis robertsiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to attract beneficial insects, such as bees, to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Clematis robertsiana is a small, white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem with two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clematis robertsiana is a perennial vine that can grow up to 3m in height. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in summer and planted in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade.
Where to Find Clematis robertsiana
Clematis robertsiana can be found in the southeastern United States, from South Carolina to Florida and west to Texas.
Clematis robertsiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clematis robertsiana?
Clematis robertsiana
What is the common name of Clematis robertsiana?
Roberts' Clematis
What is the natural habitat of Clematis robertsiana?
It is native to China and can be found in forests, thickets, and along streams
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 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,