Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ranunculales
Genus:
Species:
simensis
ID:
611319

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fresen.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1837

Citation Micro:
Mus. Senckenberg. 2: 267 (1837)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610651

Common Names

  • Simensis Clematis
  • Simen Clematis
  • Simen Virgin's Bower

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Synonyms

  • Clematis altissima Hutch. [unknown]
  • Clematis intermedia Chiov. [unknown]
  • Clematis kissenyensis Engl. [unknown]
  • Clematis orientalis brevifoliola Kuntze [unknown]
  • Clematis orientalis longifoliola Kuntze [unknown]
  • Clematis orientalis simensis (Fresen.) Kuntze [unknown]
  • Clematis sigensis Engl. [unknown]
  • Clematis simensis glabrescens De Wild. [unknown]
  • Clematis simensis kilimandscharica Engl. [unknown]
  • Clematis simensis ruwenzoriensis De Wild. [unknown]
  • Clematis orientalis simensis (Fresen.) H.Perrier [unknown]

Description

Clematis simensis (also called Sim Clematis, among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to eastern Asia. It grows in woodlands, hedgerows, and grasslands. It has dark green leaves and white or pink flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Clematis simensis has been used in traditional medicine for the treatment of fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Clematis simensis is a white to pale pink color and is bell-shaped. The seed is a small, dark brown achene. The seedling has a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite, simple leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Clematis simensis is a deciduous vine that can be propagated from hardwood cuttings taken in late winter or early spring. The cuttings should be about 6-8 inches long and should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Water the cuttings regularly and keep them in a warm, sunny location. Once the cuttings have rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Clematis simensis

Clematis simensis can be found in the Himalayas, from Nepal to Bhutan and in the mountains of western China.

Clematis simensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Clematis simensis?

Clematis simensis

What is the common name of Clematis simensis?

Simen clematis

What is the natural habitat of Clematis simensis?

Clematis simensis is native to Ethiopia

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,

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