Status:
valid
Authors:
Roxb. ex DC.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1817
Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. 1: 138 (1817)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000609987
Common Names
- Gouriana Clematis
- Gour's Clematis
- Gour's Virgin's Bower
Synonyms
- Clematis cana Wall. [unknown]
- Clematis indica B.Heyne ex Roth [unknown]
- Clematis martini H.Lév. [unknown]
- Clematis substipulata Kuntze [unknown]
- Clematis vitalba acuminatissima Kuntze [unknown]
- Clematis vitalba gouriana (Roxb. ex DC.) Kuntze [unknown]
- Clematis vitalba gouriana (Roxb. ex DC.) Finet & Gagnep. [unknown]
- Clematis vitalba micrantha H.Lév. & Vaniot [unknown]
Description
Clematis gouriana (also called 'Gour's 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 white flowers. It is native to China and is found in forests, thickets and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Clematis gouriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Clematis gouriana var. mollifolia W.T.Wang
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Flower of Clematis gouriana is white or pinkish-white, with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small, green, and have two leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clematis gouriana 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 gouriana
Clematis gouriana can be found in China, Japan, and Korea.
Clematis gouriana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clematis gouriana?
Clematis gouriana
What type of plant is Clematis gouriana?
Vine
What is the native range of Clematis gouriana?
China
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
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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,