Mascagnia macropterum

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Yellow Orchid Vine

 
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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Semievergreen twining vine grows at a moderate rate to 15' x 15'. Medium green leaves. Yellow clusters of orchidlike flowers appear late spring to early summer. Flowers are followed by large chartreuse paperlike pods. Easily trained to a trellis or fence. Best in well drained site. Accepts full sun. Native to Mexico.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Vine

 

Height Range

12-25'

 

Flower Color

Yellow

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

 

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Formal, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

 

Location Uses

Raised Planter, Walls / Fences, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Cascade, Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Hanging Baskets

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.