Nepal clematis

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A climbing species with bright green leaves divided into three or five leaflets and are rather unusually shed for a period of summer dormancy. Clusters of creamy-white, nodding flowers less than 2.5cm long, are distinguished by the very long stamens with striking purple-red anthers, are produced in early winter, then large and fluffy seedheads follow

Scientific classification

Species: Nepal clematis (Clematis napaulensis)
Genus: Clematis
Family: Ranunculaceae

Skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Climber Wall Shrub
Plant type: 2.5-4 metres
Height: 1-1.5 metres
Spread: Semi evergreen
Foliage: Climbing
Habit: Spring · Winter
Season of interest: Full sun
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Ideal temperature

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Distribution of Nepal clematis

Distribution map

Northern India, Southwestern China

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Culture

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Toxicity

Skin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Quick identification of Nepal clematis

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Nepal clematis care guide

Deep regular watering, keeping roots cool and never chronically dry
Watering: Full sun
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Watering

Deep regular watering, keeping roots cool and never chronically dry

Fertilizing

Balanced clematis feed monthly in spring, higher potash before bloom

Pruning

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Propagation

Propagate by layering or semi-hardwood cuttings

Growing

Best planted against a warm, sheltered, south-facing wall in moisture-retentive, well-drained soil with the crown 5-8cm (2-3in) deep to encourage new shoots to grow from below ground level. Choose site carefully as this clematis is summer dormant and will die down during the summer months. See clematis cultivation for more advice

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