Clematis mandschurica

Physical Characteristics

Clematis mandschurica is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.2 m (4ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 7. It is in flower from June to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - northern China, Japan, Korea.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade;

Edible Uses

None known

Medicinal Uses

Analgesic Antibacterial Antifungal Dysentery Emmenagogue Hypotensive The root is analgesic, antibacterial, antidiuretic, antifungal, emmenagogue and hypotensive[279]. It contains several medically active constituents including clematosides, hederagenin and anemonin[279]. It is used in Korea in the treatment of leucorrhoea, dysentery, neuralgia, menostasis and delayed menstruation[279].

Known Hazards

None known