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Clematis columbiana Rock clematis Deciduous climber (1 Page of 5) The Clematis columbiana plant species is found in Western N. America - British Columbia to Colorado and Oregon. It is a member of the Ranunculaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Rock clematis. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Clematis columbiana Common Name: Rock clematis Family: Ranunculaceae Author: (Nutt.)Torr.&A.Gray. Known Hazards: Although no reports of toxicity have been seen for this species, some if not all members of this genus are mildly poisonous. The toxic principle is dissipated by heat or by drying[65]. Mature Height: 3 Mature Width: Habitat: Dry to moist soils of woods and thickets, from valleys to around 2,500 metres in the mountains[212].
Medicinal Information: A poultice of the pounded, dampened leaves has been applied to the feet to treat sweaty feet[257].
A cold infusion of the plant can be used as a lotion on swollen knees and ankles[257].
The plant has been used as a head wash and to treat scabs and eczema[257].
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