Mascagnia macropterum
Yellow Orchid Vine
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.
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:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.