Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
rufa
ID:
611266

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rose

Source:
cmp

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 10: 95 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610598



Common Names

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


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Description

Clematis rufa (also called Red 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 rufa 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 rufa 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clematis rufa is a deciduous climber that is native to the Himalayas. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or by softwood cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist. Softwood cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Clematis rufa

Clematis rufa can be found in the southeastern United States, from South Carolina to Florida and west to Texas.

Clematis rufa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clematis rufa?

Clematis rufa

What is the common name of Clematis rufa?

Red Clematis

What is the natural habitat of Clematis rufa?

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

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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