Clematis apiifolia
Clematis apiifoliafam. Ranunculaceae
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Overview
Clematis apiifolia, a member of the Ranunculaceae family, is native to regions in China and Japan, including North-Central, South-Central, and Southeastern parts of China, as well as Korea. This plant is known for its edible and medicinal properties, with leaves and shoots being used for consumption. It thrives in full sun to partial shade, prefers moist conditions, and can grow up to 5 meters tall. Its adaptability to various soil types—light (sandy), medium, and heavy (clay)—and hardiness zones 6-9 make it a versatile addition to gardens. One distinctive feature of this plant is its ability to tolerate diverse environmental conditions while providing both culinary and medicinal benefits.
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What is Clematis apiifolia?
Clematis apiifolia, a member of the Ranunculaceae family, is native to regions in China and Japan, including North-Central, South-Central, and Southeastern parts of China, as well as Korea. This plant is known for its edible and medicinal properties, with leaves and shoots being used for consumption.
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Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivation
Cultivation
Clematis apiifolia thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires moist soil that can be light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). It is hardy in zones 6-9 and can grow up to 5 meters tall. Propagate through leaves and shoots for best results. Ensure the plant has adequate moisture, especially during dry spells, as it prefers consistently damp conditions.
Light
Full sun, Partial sun/shade
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
6-9
Mature size
5.0 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Clematis apiifolia for the first time
8steps
Start with basic care and focus on establishing the plant before harvesting.
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What you'll need
A Clematis apiifolia plant, a garden fork, compost, mulch.
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Best time to plant
Plant in early spring or late fall for best results.
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Soil and container prep
Ensure the soil is well-draining with a pH between 6.0-7.5; amend as necessary.
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Sowing or transplanting
Transplant young plants from nursery pots directly into the garden bed.
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First two weeks
Water regularly to keep soil moist, especially during dry spells.
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Ongoing care
Provide a support structure for climbing; fertilize in early spring with compost.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, not providing enough support, neglecting to prune.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:LeavesShoots
Edible uses: Tea
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
5 native · 0 introduced
Distribution
5 native · 0 introducedDistribution across1 continent· 5 native
Asia3 regions
native (3)ChinaJapanSouth Korea
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