Drummond's Clematis
Clematis drummondii
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Ranunculaceae
- Genus:
- Clematis
- Species:
- Clematis drummondii
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Vine
- Height:
- 12-20 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun, Part Shade
- Drought Tolerance:
- High
- Bloom Months:
- apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep
- Bloom Colors:
- White
Native Range
United States: Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas
Keystone Species Ranking
- Caterpillar Keystone:
- ★★★★☆ Based on number of butterfly and moth species using this genus as host plant (Source: National Wildlife Federation)
Host Plant for Caterpillars
Fatal Metalmark (Calephelis nemesis)
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 8.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- Native to arid regions; prefers dry conditions
Germination Information
Pre-treatment: Cold stratification in a moist media at 1-5°C for 60-180 days
Establishment: Some sources suggest that Clematis drummondii propagation by seed may not require prior stratification. Seeds can be collected when fruits are brown and soft white plume-like styles are effortlessly removed from the plant with seeds attached.
Source: npn.rngr.net