Botanical Name: Macfadyena unguis-cati
Common Name: Cat's claw Type of Plant: dicot: vine Character deciduous Habit of Growth: Overall Shape vigorous, climbing vine; climbs by forked, clawlike tendrils; clings to any supporting structure Height 25-30' Spread 20-30' Growth Rate rapid Environment: Exposure outdoor full sun Soil tolerates most any soil Hardiness hardy (zones 8-24) Morphology: Leaves opposite, with 2 leaflets per leaf lanceolate to oblong, to 2" long Flowers yellow, tubular flowers to 2" long, 2" across – in spring Fruit long, flattened silique 12" long or more Propagation: seed, semi-hardwood cuttings Usage: good climber for walls, fences, building fronts; gives bright color; tolerates very adverse soil, temperature and watering conditions Landscape Care: Watering drought tolerant once established Fertilizing balanced in spring Pruning head back hard in winter to force new growth/control size Pests/Diseases none Special Conditions/Other Origin: Central America Family: Bignoniaceae Notes: |
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