Ground virginsbower (Clematis recta)

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

Clematis recta is a PERENNIAL CLIMBER growing to 1.5 m (5ft) by 0.6 m (2ft in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 3. It is in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Young shoot tips - cooked or pickled. Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity. — Young shoot tips - cooked or pickled.; Some caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity.

Habitat & North American Range

Scrub, forest, river valleys and sunny hills. (Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7)