Clematis occidentalis Purple Clematis
Native To: Regional Wetland Indicator: UPL Soil: pH 6.0-8.5
Form/Color Woody climbing vine, to 6', moderate to Stormwater Insufficient information to determine
fast grower, flowers violet in May-June, Tolerance: tolerance.
fruit dry July-September.
Urban Tolerant of concrete debris. Intolerant
Tolerance: of soil compaction.
Habitat: Rocky, limestone woods and slopes.
Ecosystem Wildlife value low.
Services:
Hydrology: Moderately tolerant of drought. Intolerant
of flooding.
Ornamental Violet flowers.
Value: Compatibility:
Salt Tolerant of salt.
Tolerance: Other: Has poisonous leaves. Needs
limestone (calcareous) soil.
Shade Tolerant of shade.
Tolerance:
Clematis virginiana Virgin's Bower
Native To: New York City Wetland Indicator: FAC Soil: pH 6.0-8.5
Form/Color Deciduous, twining, flowering vine, 12-20' Stormwater Insufficient information to determine
high, fast grower, white flowers in July- Tolerance: tolerance.
August, fruit dry September-October.
Urban Tolerant of concrete debris and soil
Tolerance: compaction.
Habitat: Low woods. Climbs trellises, fences, rock
walls, and other structures.
Ecosystem Minor element for increased diversity.
Services:
Hydrology: Moist to wet soil. Tolerant of drought and
flooding.
Ornamental Small white fragrant flowers.
Value: Compatibility:
Salt Intolerant of salt.
Tolerance: Other: Leaves may be irritating. Needs
limestone (calcareous) soil.
Shade Tolerant of partial shade.
Tolerance: