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pine hyacinth
Scientific Name: Clematis baldwinii var. baldwinii
Family: Ranunculaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Clematis baldwinii
Also known as pine hyacinth, pinewoods clematis, or leather flower, Clematis baldwinii is a native perennial herb found in specific regions of the United States.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant is a vine, and some Clematis species are known to be toxic to animals due to the presence of glycosides.
Considerations for Children
- This plant produces seeds, and may contain sap.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Clematis baldwinii Torr. & A. Gray
- Common Names: Pine hyacinth, pinewoods clematis, leather flower
- Family: Ranunculaceae (Buttercup Family)
- Synonym: Viorna baldwinii
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to Florida, United States.
- Specifically found in pine flatwoods and pine rockland habitats.
Morphological Characteristics
- Erect perennial herb.
- Solitary urn-shaped flowers ranging from pink to purple.
Ecological Role
- This plant often appears after controlled burns, in habitats where it was previously thought to be extirpated.
- Endemic Plants
Quirky Facts
- The species name "baldwinii" commemorates someone with the last name Baldwin.
Further Information
- RHS (Royal Horticultural Society)
- USF Herbarium Specimen
- Dave's Garden
- Discover Life
- Wikimedia Commons