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Cat's Claw Vine (Macfadeya Unguis Cati)
Macfadeya Unguis Cati
Rs 2,500
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Cat’s Claw Vine is a deciduous climbing vine that rewards gardeners with waves of yellow blossoms every spring. It reaches a commanding height of 25 ft, thrives in full sun, needs moderate watering. Well-suited to Pakistan’s climate, it grows successfully in Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan.
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Category: Flowering Vines
Plant Details
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Foliage Type
- Deciduous
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Sun Exposure
- Full Sun
- Water Requirements
- Moderate
- Care Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Location
- Outdoor
- Pet Child Safe
- Caution
- Growth Rate
- Fast
- Purpose
- Decorative
- Heat Tolerance
- Yes
- Drought Tolerance
- No
- City Suitability
- Bahawalpur, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Hyderabad, Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Mardan, Multan, Peshawar, Rahim Yar Khan, Rawalpindi, Sialkot, Sukkur
Description
Cat’s Claw Vine (Macfadeya Unguis Cati) is a distinguished deciduous vines & climbers that has earned its place in gardens across Pakistan. Prized for its yellow flowers that appear in spring, this vines & climbers is a valuable addition to any garden. This fast-growing deciduous plant reaches up to 25 ft at maturity, making it an ideal choice for large gardens and open spaces.
Plant Characteristics
- Botanical Name: Macfadeya Unguis Cati
- Plant Type: Vines & Climbers
- Mature Height: 25 ft
- Flower Colour: Yellow
- Bloom Season: Spring
- Foliage: Deciduous (Green)
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Propagation: Semi-Hardwood Cuttings, Layering
Care and Growing Guide
- Sunlight: Full Sun
- Watering: Moderate: water when the top inch of soil feels dry
- Care Level: Intermediate, manageable with basic gardening knowledge
- Pet & Child Safe: Exercise caution around pets and small children
- Placement: Outdoor
How to Propagate Cat’s Claw Vine
Propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings or through natural layering.
Growing in Pakistan
Fully heat tolerant, this plant withstands Pakistan’s intense summer temperatures without difficulty. This plant grows well across most of Pakistan, from Karachi to Islamabad and Peshawar. However, it may need winter protection in the colder highland regions of Quetta, Swat, and the northern areas.
- Recommended Cities: Karachi, Hyderabad, Sukkur, Rahim Yar Khan, Bahawalpur, Multan, Faisalabad, Lahore, Sialkot, Gujranwala, Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Peshawar, Mardan
- Heat Tolerance: Yes
- Drought Tolerance: No, requires consistent moisture
Why Choose Cat’s Claw Vine?
Cat’s Claw Vine is a versatile and rewarding addition to any garden, valued for its ornamental beauty and adaptability to local conditions.
Buy Cat’s Claw Vine online at Plants.com.pk and have it delivered to your doorstep anywhere in Pakistan.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the mature height of Cat’s Claw Vine?
Cat’s Claw Vine is a fast-growing plant that reaches up to 25 ft at maturity. In Pakistan’s warm climate, expect rapid growth of 2-3 ft per year under good conditions. It typically reaches its full potential within 5-7 years.
Is Cat’s Claw Vine safe around cats, dogs, and small children?
While Cat’s Claw Vine is not classified as highly toxic, it is best to exercise caution and keep it away from pets and small children who might chew on the leaves. Contact with sap may cause mild skin irritation in some cases.
How much water does Cat’s Claw Vine need during Pakistani summers?
Cat’s Claw Vine needs moderate watering. Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, roughly every 4-5 days in summer and weekly in winter.
When and how should I prune Cat’s Claw Vine?
Prune Cat’s Claw Vine after flowering to control its spread and encourage bushier growth. Remove any dead or tangled stems, and train new shoots along your support structure. Since it blooms in spring, avoid heavy pruning just before that period.
How long does the flowering season of Cat’s Claw Vine last?
Cat’s Claw Vine blooms in spring, producing yellow flowers. In Pakistan, this typically means February through April, when temperatures begin to warm up.
