Common Names: Traveller's Joy Vine| Virgin's Bower | Devil's Darning Needles
Scientific Name: Clematis virginiana
 
Plant Characteristics
Duration: Perennial
Size: 15-20 ft. long vine
Bloom Color: White
Bloom Time: Late Summer
Fragrant
One of the only vines that will bloom in full shade
Attracts hummingbirds and bees
Deer resistant
Warning: POISONOUS TO HUMANS: All parts. Severe pain and possible ulcers in mouth if eaten; skin irritation if touched or inhaled. Skin redness and burning sensation is minor and lasts only a few minutes. Deer do not like it either. A lot of deer resistant plants are poisonous, just be careful and don't burn it or let babies and pets eat it. Wear gloves when planting.
 
 
Growing Conditions
Water Use: Medium
Light Requirement: Full Sun to Full Shade
Soil Moisture: Dry to Moist
 
 
Ecological Benefits
Promotes biodiversity in Maryland's woodland ecosystems by providing essential habitat and food for native pollinators. The native clematis's fragrant flowers attract hummingbirds, butterflies, moths, and bees. It is the host plant for the Clematis Clearwing moth. Its delicate flowers and adaptability to shaded environments contribute to the health and balance of local natural systems. Clematis is dioecious with male and female flowers on separate plants. Both have showy flowers though only female plants have showy seed heads.