Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
versicolor
ID:
611525

Status:
valid

Authors:
Small ex Rydb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1901

Citation Micro:
Man. Fl. N. States : 421 (1901)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610857



Common Names

  • Clematis versicolor
  • Varied Leather Flower
  • Varied Virgin's Bower


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Synonyms

  • Clematis versicolor pubescens Steyerm. [unknown]
  • Coriflora versicolor (Small ex Britton) W.A.Weber [unknown]
  • Viorna versicolor Small [unknown]

Description

Clematis versicolor (also called Variegated 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 versicolor 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

Clematis versicolor has large, white flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are slender and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clematis versicolor 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 versicolor

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

Clematis versicolor FAQ

What is the best soil for Clematis versicolor?

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

What is the best temperature for Clematis versicolor?

Clematis versicolor prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much sunlight does Clematis versicolor need?

Clematis versicolor 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-2726899: Based on the initial data import
Per Axel Rydberg (1860-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rydb.' in the authors string.
John Kunkel Small (1869-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Small' in the authors string.