Yellow Orchid Vine



Mascagnia macroptera


Malpighiaceae

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Form: Vine
Seasonality: Deciduous perennial
Size: 15 feet
Flowers: Many clusters of yellow 5 petal blossoms, the petals shaped like paddles
Fruit: Yellow green seed pods
Stems/Trunks: A vine with opposite 3 inch leaves resembling Honeysuckle
Range/Origin: Mexico
Hardiness: Sunset 12 - 24

Comments: Seasonal litter, No thorns

 

CULTURAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Exposure: Full sun
  • Water: Moderate
  • Soil: Sandy, well drained soils
  • Propagation: Seed
  • Maintenance: Minimal

 

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