Wei ling xian
Clematis chinensis
Family: Ranunculaceae
What it is like
A climber. The branches are smooth. There are 3-7 leaflets. They are oval or heart shaped.
There are about 250 Clematis species. The roots are used in medicine.
Where it is found
A tropical plant. It grows along streams between 100-1,500 m above sea level in China. In Sichuan and Yunnan.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, China, Indochina, Japan, Ryuku, SE Asia, Taiwan, Vietnam
How it is used for food
CAUTION: Most Clematis contain an irritant poison.
Edible parts
Leaves
How it is grown
Plants are grown by seed.
Its other names
Local names
Mocthong, Ruot-ga