Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1817
Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. 1: 159 (1817)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000609964
Common Names
- Gentianoides Clematis
- Gentian-like Clematis
- Gentian-like Virgin's Bower
Synonyms
- Valvaria gentianoides Ser. [unknown]
- Clematis aristata gentianoides (DC.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Clematis aristata procumbens Kuntze [unknown]
- Clematis aristata tasmanica Kuntze [unknown]
- Clematis gentianoides procumbens (Kuntze) Domin [unknown]
- Clematis gentianoides tasmanica (Kuntze) Domin [unknown]
- Clematis gentianoides gentianoides [unknown]
- Clematis gentianoides normalis Domin [invalid]
Description
Clematis gentianoides (also called 'Gentian Clematis', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Ranunculaceae family. It is a woody, evergreen climber with pinnate leaves and blue-violet flowers. It is native to China and is found in forests, thickets and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Clematis gentianoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover to prevent soil erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Clematis gentianoides is a white, five-petaled, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped seedling.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clematis gentianoides is a perennial vine that is native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or by cuttings. The seed should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil. The seedlings should be transplanted to their permanent location when they are large enough to handle. Cuttings can be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained soil. The cuttings should be kept moist until they are well rooted. The plant should be watered regularly during dry periods and fertilized with a balanced fertilizer in the spring.
Where to Find Clematis gentianoides
Clematis gentianoides can be found in China, Japan, and Korea.
Clematis gentianoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clematis gentianoides?
Clematis gentianoides
What type of plant is Clematis gentianoides?
Vine
What is the native range of Clematis gentianoides?
China
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Clematis vietnamensis,
Clematis wenxianensis,
Clematis xiangguiensis,
Clematis acapulcensis,
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Clematis acuminata,
Clematis acutangula,
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Clematis aethusifolia,
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Clematis akebioides,
Clematis akoensis,
Clematis albicoma,
Clematis alborosea,
Clematis alpina,
Clematis alternata,
Clematis andersonii,
Clematis antonii,
Clematis apiculata,
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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,
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Aconitum artemisiifolium,
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Aconitum austriacum,
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Aconitum baicalense,
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Aconitum brevipetalum,
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