Macfadyena unguis-cati
Cat's Claw Vine, Yellow Trumpet Vin
Description
Cat's Claw Vine derives it's name from the cat claw shaped tendrils the plant uses to cling to walls or fences or other plants. It has a beautiful yellow flower that blooms in early spring.
Plant Type
Vine
Height Range
12-25', 25-40'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast, Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Japanese, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Entry, Patio, Swimming Pool, Walls / Fences
Special Uses
Container
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Even during our hottest months we don't need to water daily.
Give your plants a chance to breathe.
Water late at night or in the early morning hours to avoid losses to wind and evaporation.