Clematis pitcheri (Leatherflower)

   
 

Leatherflower (Clematis pitcheri), Chihuahuan Desert Gardens, Centennial Museum. Fig. 1. Overview, photograph by A.H. Harris. Fig. 2. Flowers. Photograph by Wynn Anderson.

• Common English Names: Leatherflower, Purple Leatherflower
• Common Spanish Names:
• Scientific Name: Clematis pitcheri (KLEM-uh-tiss PIT-chur-eye)
• Family: Ranunculaceae (Buttercup Family)
• Geographic Range:
• Plant Form: Perennial vine
• Remarks: Dies to root in winter, shade tolerant.

Last Update: 14 Apr 2006