Status:
valid
Authors:
Korsh.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1903
Citation Micro:
Izv. Imp. Akad. Nauk , ser. 5, 9: 399 (1903)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610739
Common Names
- Clematis Tangutica
- Tangutica Clematis
- Chinese Clematis
Synonyms
- Clematis atragenoides Batalin [unknown]
- Clematis chrysantha Ulbr. [unknown]
- Clematis eriopoda Maxim. [unknown]
- Clematis orientalis tangutica Maxim. [unknown]
- Clematis tangutica obtusiuscula Rehder & E.H.Wilson [unknown]
- Clematis tangutica obtusiuscula (Rehder & E.H.Wilson) Grey-Wilson [unknown]
- Clematis tangutica tangutica [unknown]
- Clematis tibetana tangutica (Maxim.) W.A.Brandenburg [unknown]
Description
Clematis tangutica (also called 'Tangut Clematis', among many other common names) is a deciduous climber with fragrant white flowers. It is native to China, Japan, and Korea, and is found in moist forests and scrubland habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Clematis tangutica is an ornamental plant that is used to add color and texture to gardens and landscapes. It can be used as a ground cover, a climbing plant, and a container plant. It is also attractive to butterflies and other pollinators.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Clematis tangutica sub. mongolica Grey-Wilson
Clematis tangutica var. pubescens M.C.Chang & P.P.Ling
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Clematis tangutica are white, bell-shaped and have four petals. The seeds are small, brown and oval-shaped. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clematis tangutica is a deciduous climber that is native to the Himalayas. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is usually done by seed or by softwood cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location and kept moist. Softwood cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Clematis tangutica
Clematis tangutica can be found in the eastern United States, from Maine to Georgia.
Clematis tangutica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clematis tangutica?
Clematis tangutica
What is the common name of Clematis tangutica?
Tangut Clematis
What is the natural habitat of Clematis tangutica?
Mountain slopes and meadows in Central Asia
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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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,
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Aconitum carmichaelii,
Aconitum changianum,
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