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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 9–10Type Vine
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

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Vine
Family
Bignoniaceae

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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) — vine for full or half; the Yellow Trumpet Vine is perfect for adding a splash of color and vertical
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) — and trellises in a landscape design.<br><br>Its glossy; botanical name Macfadyena unguis-cati
Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — This evergreen vine blooms with vibrant yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers in spring and, image 53
Cat's Claw, Yellow Trumpet Vine (Macfadyena Unguis-Cati) — and trellises in a landscape design.<br><br>Its glossy
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) — Beware of its invasive potential; regular pruning and management may be necessary to keep it within
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