Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
variifolia
ID:
611517

Status:
valid

Authors:
W.T.Wang

Source:
cmp

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 42: 23 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610849



Common Names

  • Clematis variifolia
  • Variegated Virgin's Bower
  • Variegated Leather Flower


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Description

Clematis variifolia (also called Variable-leaved Clematis, among many other common names) is a deciduous woody vine native to China. It has a twining habit and produces fragrant white flowers in the summer. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in woodlands and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Clematis variifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to make medicine for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clematis variifolia is white with a yellow center and has five petals. The seed is small and round and the seedlings are light green with a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clematis variifolia 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 variifolia

Clematis variifolia is native to China, Japan, and Korea.

Clematis variifolia FAQ

What is the best soil for Clematis variifolia?

Clematis variifolia prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.5 to 7.5.

What is the best temperature for Clematis variifolia?

Clematis variifolia prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much sunlight does Clematis variifolia need?

Clematis variifolia prefers full sun to partial shade.

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-2726890: Based on the initial data import
Wen Tsai Wang (b.1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.T.Wang' in the authors string.