species: Clematis terniflora
common name: virginsbower
family: Ranunculaceae
where & when encountered: Old Westbury, NY - 2018
Native to northern Asia, but introduced to the US in the 19th century as an ornamental vine. It is by now thoroughly established in most eastern states. It blooms in the fall when most other flowers are done for the year. While going for walks, I was struck by these fluffy white masses randomly strewn across other foliage.
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