Lovely Flowering Vine: Macfadyena unguis cati
BY WIKILAWN | NOVEMBER 30TH, 2013 | EVERGREEN, FLOWERS, OUTDOOR, ZONE 10A, ZONE 10B, ZONE 8A, ZONE 8B, ZONE 9A, ZONE 9BMacfadyena is a small genus of flowering vines from tropical regions of America. The one commonly known species from this genus is Macfadyena unguis-cati. The name translates in English as Cat’s claw creeper.
Macfadyena unguis-cati is grown as an evergreen vine under full or partial sun. The plant grows up to 5 meters and uses its tendrils to climb attached surfaces. Bright yellow flowers in appear summer and cover the entire plant.
Macfadyena unguis cati/ Image by Reinaldo Aguilar’s
Macfadyena unguis-cati is propagated seeds, cuttings or tubers and grows well in a sandy soil. Because of its vigorous growth, Macfadyena unguis-cati needs to be properly trimmed and pruned to keep it in proper shape. Quick growth also makes this vine as excellent choice for growing against fences and walls.
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