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Clematis orientalis Deciduous climber (1 Page of 5) The Clematis orientalis plant species is found in W. Asia - Turkey and westwards. It is a member of the Ranunculaceae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Clematis orientalis Family: Ranunculaceae Author: L. 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: 4 Mature Width: Habitat: Hot dry valleys, especially on rocks by rivers, and in scrub to 3000 metres[184]. River banks, riparian forests, scrub gullies, slopes and sand depressions in semi-desert and desert zones[74].
Medicinal Information: The plant is antiseptic and refrigerant. It is used as a gargle for ulcerated throats and also to treat dog bites[178].
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