
Italian leather flower (Clematis viticella)
Italian leather flower, also known as Purple clematis, Italian Clematis
The Italian leather flower (Clematis viticella) is a climbing perennial that hails from Europe. Its striking, bell-shaped flowers and extended blooming period, spanning from midsummer to early autumn, make it a favored choice for flower gardens. A wide range of varieties offers diverse flower shapes and colors, enhancing its appeal. Additionally, its robust nature and resistance to clematis wilt contribute to its popularity, while its climbing ability adds vertical charm to garden spaces.
Key Facts About Italian leather flower
Attributes of Italian leather flower
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Vine, Herb
Plant Height
2 m to 4 m
Spread
90 cm to 1.5 m
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
2.5 cm to 8 cm
Flower Color
Purple Blue Pink Red White Violet
Scientific Classification of Italian leather flower
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Ranunculales
Family
Buttercup
Genus
Clematis
Species
Italian leather flower
Toxicity
Ingestion, Contact with skin