Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
sclerophylla
ID:
611281

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.T.Wang

Source:
cmp

Year:
2000

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 38: 320 (2000)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610613



Common Names

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


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Description

Clematis sclerophylla (also called Thick-leaved 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 sclerophylla has been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clematis sclerophylla 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 sclerophylla is a deciduous vine that can be propagated from hardwood cuttings taken in late winter or early spring. The cuttings should be about 6-8 inches long and should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Water the cuttings regularly and keep them in a warm, sunny location. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Clematis sclerophylla

Clematis sclerophylla can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Italy, France, and Spain.

Clematis sclerophylla FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clematis sclerophylla?

Clematis sclerophylla

What is the common name of Clematis sclerophylla?

Leatherleaf clematis

What is the natural habitat of Clematis sclerophylla?

Clematis sclerophylla is native to the southeastern United States

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-2726670: Based on the initial data import
Wen Tsai Wang (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Wang' in the authors string.