Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Bignoniaceae

Genus:

Dolichandra

Species:

Dolichandra unguis-cati

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Vine

Height:

4-6 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

yellow

Native Range

United States: Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Puerto Rico, South Carolina, Texas, Virgin Islands

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to diverse habitats, adaptable