Status:
valid
Authors:
DC.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1817
Citation Micro:
Syst. Nat. 1: 151 (1817)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610193
Common Names
- Clematis leschenaultiana
- Leschenaultiana Leather Flower
- Leschenaultiana Clematis
Description
Clematis leschenaultiana (also called Leschenault clematis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the buttercup family. It is native to India. It is a deciduous vine that grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Clematis leschenaultiana is an ornamental plant, often grown in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, stomachache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Clematis leschenaultiana is a large, showy, white or pale pink bloom with 6 to 8 petals. The seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin, with a single stem and small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clematis leschenaultiana is a deciduous climber with fragrant, white flowers in summer. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or semi-ripe cuttings in summer.
Where to Find Clematis leschenaultiana
Clematis leschenaultiana is native to India and can be found in the Himalayas.
Clematis leschenaultiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clematis leschenaultiana?
Clematis leschenaultiana
What type of climate does Clematis leschenaultiana prefer?
Temperate climate
What type of soil does Clematis leschenaultiana prefer?
Well-drained, humus-rich soil
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,
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