Clematis occidentalis var. occidentalis

Rocky woods & ledges, gorges. A relatively short vine, growing about 6 feet.

Seedling

The color and texture are good clues to the genus.

R. Parker

Common Name(s):

purple clematis

Type:

Native

Vines

Status:

Rare in Finger Lakes

Moisture:

Dry
Moist

Light:

Part Sun

Soil:

Rocky/Stony

Showy fruit