Status:
valid
Authors:
W.T.Wang & N.T.Do
Source:
cmp
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 44: 680 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000506849
Common Names
- Clematis vietnamensis
- Vietnamese clematis
- Vietnamese clematis vine
Description
Clematis vietnamensis (also called Vietnam Clematis, among many other common names) is a vine native to Southeast Asia. It has a twining habit and grows up to 10 meters long. Its leaves are dark green and its flowers are white. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Clematis vietnamensis is used as a medicinal plant in traditional African medicine. It is used to treat fever, coughs, and malaria. The bark is also used to make a dye for fabrics.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Clematis vietnamensis is a white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Clematis vietnamensis is a deciduous climber that can reach up to 3m in height. It is best grown in full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings.
Where to Find Clematis vietnamensis
Clematis vietnamensis is native to Vietnam and can be found in the mountains of the northern part of the country.
Clematis vietnamensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Clematis vietnamensis?
Clematis vietnamensis
What is the common name of Clematis vietnamensis?
Vietnamese clematis
What is the natural habitat of Clematis vietnamensis?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Vietnam
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,
References
N.T. Do: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.T.Do' in the authors string.