Status:
valid
Authors:
W.T.Wang
Source:
cmp
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 41: 158 (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000610827
Common Names
- Clematis Tunisiatica
- Tunisiatica Clematis
- Tunisian Clematis
Description
Clematis tunisiatica (also called Tunisian 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 tunisiatica is a climbing plant that can be used to decorate walls and fences. It can also be used as a ground cover and to create a natural privacy screen.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Clematis tunisiatica is white with a yellow center and has five petals. The seed is small and round and the seedlings are light green with a thin stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clematis tunisiatica is a perennial vine that can grow up to 3m in height. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in summer and planted in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade.
Where to Find Clematis tunisiatica
Clematis tunisiatica can be found in the Mediterranean, North Africa, and the Middle East.
Clematis tunisiatica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clematis tunisiatica?
Clematis tunisiatica
What is the family of Clematis tunisiatica?
Ranunculaceae
What is the habitat of Clematis tunisiatica?
Forests, shrubberies, and grasslands
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,