Status:
valid
Authors:
Hand.-Mazz.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1939
Citation Micro:
Acta Horti Gothob. 13: 213 (1939)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610483
Common Names
- Peter's Clematis
- Peter's Virgin's Bower
- Peter's Leather Flower
Synonyms
- Clematis gouriana finetii Rehder & E.H.Wilson [unknown]
- Clematis vitalba microcarpa Franch. [unknown]
- Clematis peterae mollis W.T.Wang [unknown]
- Clematis peterae peterae [unknown]
Description
Clematis peterae (also called Peter's Clematis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the buttercup family. It is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a climbing plant, with white or pinkish flowers, and prefers sunny, dry habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Clematis peterae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to attract beneficial insects, such as bees, to the garden.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Clematis peterae is a white, bell-shaped flower with 4-5 petals. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are thin and have small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clematis peterae is a deciduous, woody vine that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the ground and should be pruned in late winter or early spring.
Where to Find Clematis peterae
Clematis peterae is native to South Africa and can be found in areas with moist, well-drained soils, such as woodlands and grasslands.
Clematis peterae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clematis peterae?
Clematis peterae
What type of plant is Clematis peterae?
Clematis peterae is a species of flowering plant in the Ranunculaceae family.
Where is Clematis peterae native to?
Clematis peterae is native to the eastern United States.
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,