Sweetly scented mid blue-mauve flowers in large clusters. Native to N. China, introduced to this country in 1837.

Fragrant:	Yes
Approximate height:	1.0 or less metres
Flowering period(s):	Jul Aug Sep
Aspect:	Sun or semi-shade
Pruning:	Hard prune (Group 3)
Country of origin:	China
Date raised:	1837
Other name(s):	Mis-spelling: heraclifolia
Further detail:  Click here for the text of an IClS article about this clematis Database entry: 210