Clematis potaninii

Clematis potaninii

Native to:
China

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Ranunculaceae
Genus:
Clematis
Species:
Clematis potaninii

Growth Characteristics

Growth Habit:
Vine
Height:
600 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Medium
Bloom Months:
jun,jul,aug
Bloom Colors:
white, cream

Keystone Species Ranking

Caterpillar Keystone:
★★☆☆☆ Butterfly & moth species supported by this genus (NWF)

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies
Fragrant:
Yes

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
30–90 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from light during germination. Fresh seed germinates more readily than stored seed.

The above propagation data sourced from Claude AI

ORGHPS Germination Guide: Sow @ 4C for 3 weeks, then place @ 20C. Tails on pulsatilla/clematis: leaving on has no effect.

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society