Macfadyena unguis-cati
Cat's Claw Vine
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.
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
Sun
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Tropical
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Background
Special Uses
Screen
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Use multiple cycles of irrigation on watering days. Most sprinklers deliver water faster than soils can absorb it.
By breaking up the watering time into smaller segments, runoff can be greatly reduced.