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Macfadyena unguis-cati (Cat’s Claw Vine)

Macfadyena unguis-cati
Cat’s Claw Vine

A fast-growing evergreen vine, Macfadyena unguis-cati is known for its bright yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers and trifoliate, glossy green leaves. Named for its claw-like tendrils that allow it to cling to surfaces, this vigorous climber is ideal for covering walls, fences, or arbors. It’s a hardy and drought-tolerant plant that adds vibrant color and greenery to the landscape with minimal maintenance.

Plant Type Vine
Exposure Full Sun
Water Needs Low
Hardiness Zone Zone 8 (10° F)
Flower Color Yellow
Flower Season Spring, Early Summer
Growth Rate Fast
Height 20-50 ft
Spread 20-50 ft
Spacing 20 ft
Characteristics Evergreen, Great Foliage, Showy
Attracts Bees, Pollinators
Maintenance Average
Garden Uses Arbors, Pergolas, Trellises, Wall-Side Borders
Tolerance Clay Soil, Cold, Deer, Drought, Dry Soil, Frost, Heat, Rabbit, Rocky Soil, Salt
Soil Type Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil PH Alkaline, Neutral
Soil Drainage Well-Drained
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