Clematis trichotoma

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Basic Information

Family: Ranunculaceae

Genus: clematis

Plant ID (slug): clematis-trichotoma

Numeric ID: 25225

USDA Hardiness: Coming soon

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Physical Characteristics

Clematis trichotoma is a deciduous Climber growing to 5 m (16ft 5in). It is in flower from June to July. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. 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 - Korea.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Young leaves - cooked[177]. Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity.

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

Although no reports of toxicity have been seen for this species, some if not all members of this genus are mildly poisonous. The toxic principle is dissipated by heat or by drying[65].

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Additional Information

Title: Clematis trichotoma