Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine

Macfadyena Unguis-Cati

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Overview

Macfadyena unguis-cati, commonly known as the Cat's Claw or Yellow Trumpet Vine, is a fast-growing climber. Featuring sharp, claw-like tendrils, it can reach heights over 20 feet. This evergreen vine blooms with vibrant yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers in spring and repeatedly through summer. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and is well-suited for trellises or fences. Hardy and low-maintenance, it adds a splash of color and tropical flair.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 9–10

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — Featuring sharp, claw-like tendrils, it can reach heights over 20 feet

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Bignoniaceae

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Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — yellow flowers in the garden

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — the Yellow Trumpet Vine is perfect for adding a splash of color and vertical interest to

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — Hardy and low-maintenance, it adds a splash of color and tropical flair; is a vigorous climbing

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — It thrives in full sun to partial shade and is well-suited for trellises or fences; vine for full or

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — This evergreen vine blooms with vibrant yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers in spring and, image 28

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — Featuring sharp, claw-like tendrils, it can reach heights over 20 feet; making it an excellent

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — botanical name Macfadyena unguis-cati; trumpet-shaped flowers emerge in the late spring to early

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — making it an excellent choice for covering arbors; vine with yellow blooms

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — this fast-growing evergreen vine securely latches onto surfaces; consider its need for full sunlight

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — With its claw-like tendrils; this evergreen vine blooms with vibrant yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — which can reach lengths of up to 50 feet; this fast-growing evergreen vine securely latches onto

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — is a vigorous climbing plant known for its captivating beauty and aggressive growth habits; hardy in

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — trumpet-shaped flowers emerge in the late spring to early summer; beware of its invasive potential

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — typically around 3 inches in length; which can reach lengths of up to 50 feet

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — drenching the vine in a cascade of bright yellow; featuring sharp, claw-like tendrils, it can reach

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — dark green lanceolate leaves provide a lush backdrop for its striking blooms, image 38

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — and trellises in a landscape design.<br><br>Its glossy; botanical name Macfadyena unguis-cati

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — Beware of its invasive potential; regular pruning and management may be necessary to, image 45

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — consider its need for full sunlight to part shade and well-draining soil; typically around 3 inches

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — It is relatively drought-tolerant once established; yellow flowers in the garden

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — but regular watering during prolonged dry periods will help maintain its vigor; hardy and

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — yellow flowers in the garden; with its claw-like tendrils

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — Hardy in USDA zones 8 to 11; but regular watering during prolonged dry periods will help maintain

Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — the Yellow Trumpet Vine is perfect for adding a splash of color and vertical interest to, image 47

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