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Arizona clematis
Scientific Name: Clematis hirsutissima var. arizonica
Family: Ranunculaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names: AZ (Arizona clematis)
Clematis: The Queen of Climbers
Clematis, known for its exquisite flowers and climbing habit, is a popular choice for gardeners seeking to add vertical interest and beauty to their landscapes, even in challenging climates like Arizona.
Considerations for Pets
- The text mentions the family Ranunculaceae, also known as the Buttercup Family.
Considerations for Children
- Some Clematis species have small parts, such as seeds, which might be a choking hazard for small children.
Scientific and Common Names
- Scientific Name: The text refers to several Clematis species, including Clematis drummondii, Clematis hirsutissima var. arizonica, Clematis ligusticifolia, Clematis denticulata, Clematis palmeri and Clematis coahuilensis.
- Common Names: Drummond's Clematis, Arizona Clematis, Western White Clematis, Texas Virgin's Bower, Old Man's Beard, Goat's Beard, Arizona Leather-flower, Clustered Leather Flower, Western Virgin's Bower, Creek Clematis.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Family: Ranunculaceae (Buttercup Family)
- Taxonomic Serial Number (TSN): For Clematis hirsutissima var. arizonica, the TSN is 527421.
- Synonyms/Alternative Names: Clematis hirsutissima var. arizonica (A. Heller) Erickson, Clematis hirsutissima Pursh var. arizonica (A. Heller) Erickson, Clematis hirsutissima var. arizonica - (Heller) Erickson Arizona Leather-flower.
Distribution and Habitat
- Several Clematis species are native to Arizona. Clematis drummondii is native to Arizona, New Mexico, southwestern Oklahoma, and Texas. Clematis hirsutissima var. arizonica is also referred to as Arizona Clematis. Other species are found throughout the western United States and north-central Mexico.
- They often grow in canyons and along roadsides.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Clematis ligusticifolia is described as a vine, herbaceous above and woody below.
- Clematis hirsutissima var. arizonica is described as a subshrub.
- Stems of some species are erect and villous (covered in fine hairs).
- Leaves can be simple, unlobed, and ovate-elliptic to broadly ovate.
- Almost all clematis cultivars grow well on walls, fences, and trellises.
Quirky Facts
- Clematis drummondii is also known as "Old man's beard" or "Goat's beard," presumably due to the appearance of its seed heads.
Further Information
- The text references several online resources, including:
- Joy Creek Nursery
- azcentral, The Arizona Republic, and 12 News
- Clematis on the Web
- Arizona Gardening Forum - GardenWeb
- USWildflowers Database
- Tohono Chul Park, Inc. - Tucson, AZ