Macfadyena unguis-cati

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Cat's Claw Vine

 
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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Sanchez & Maddux

 

Description

Evergreen twining vine grows quickly to 25' x 15'. Medium green leaves. Large yellow trumpetlike flowers appear in teh spring. High leaf and seed pod litter. Provides fast cover but can damage walls and fences. Accepts reflected sun. Native to Central and South America.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Vine

 

Height Range

12-25'

 

Flower Color

Yellow

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

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.