Patens Clematis (Clematis patens)

Family: Ranunculaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Clematis patens is a deciduous Climber growing to 4 m (13ft 1in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6. It is in flower from May to July, and the seeds ripen from July to September. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, flies. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves, Shoots

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Young shoots - cooked. Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity. — Young shoots - cooked.; Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity.

Habitat & North American Range

Forests, slopes and scrub at elevations of 200 - 1000 metres in China. (Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9)