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Description
Clematis Lasiantha, also known as Pipestem Clematis, is a deciduous vine that is native to California, Oregon, and Nevada. It is a member of the buttercup family and can grow up to 20 feet in length. The plant produces delicate white or cream-colored flowers from May to August that have a sweet fragrance. These blooms give way to feathery seed pods that add visual interest to the plant.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Magnoliophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Genus | Clematis |
Appearance
Clematis Lasiantha has slender, woody stems that can grow up to 1 inch in diameter. The plant produces compound leaves that are dark green and have three leaflets. The flowers are 1 to 2 inches in diameter and have four to six petals that are arranged in a star shape. The seed pods are long and narrow and can reach up to 6 inches in length.
Care Guide
Clematis Lasiantha prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter. The plant should be watered deeply once a week, and more often during hot, dry weather. Fertilize the plant in the spring with a balanced fertilizer. The plant requires full sun to thrive, but can tolerate some shade. Clematis Lasiantha is hardy in USDA zones 7 to 9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Clematis Lasiantha is susceptible to a variety of pests and diseases, including spider mites, aphids, powdery mildew, and botrytis. Regularly inspect the plant for signs of infestation or disease, and treat promptly with an appropriate pesticide or fungicide.
Habitat
Clematis Lasiantha is found in a variety of habitats, including woodlands, chaparral, and coastal sage scrub. The plant is often found growing alongside streams or in other moist areas.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water Clematis Lasiantha?
A: Water the plant deeply once a week, and more often during hot, dry weather.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Clematis Lasiantha?
A: The plant is hardy in USDA zones 7 to 9.
Q: What pests and diseases are common in Clematis Lasiantha?
A: Spider mites, aphids, powdery mildew, and botrytis are all common pests and diseases.
Q: When do Clematis Lasiantha flowers bloom?
A: The plant produces delicate white or cream-colored flowers from May to August.
Related Plants
- Clematis armandii
- Clematis montana
- Clematis tangutica
- Clematis viticella
References
- Dirr, M. A. (2009). Manual of woody landscape plants: Their identification, ornamental characteristics, culture, propagation and uses (6th ed.). Champaign, IL: Stipes Publishing.
- Flora of North America. (n.d.). Clematis. Retrieved from http://www.efloras.org/florataxon.aspx?flora_id=1&taxon_id=107418
- University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources. (n.d.). Pipestem clematis (Clematis lasiantha). Retrieved from http://ipm.ucanr.edu/PMG/GARDEN/PLANTS/pipestem_clematis.html
