Macfadyen unguis-cati (Bignonia unguis-cati, Doxantha unguis-cati) is an evergreen vine in the family Bignoniaceae.
The heat-loving delicate flower is native to Mexico, Argentina, and Western India and can withstand temperatures up to 7 °C (44.6°F).
In these places, it is warm and cozy, so it annually pleases visitors with its large golden flowers that bloom in May and June.
Macfadyen unghis-kati is also called cat’s claws. The fact is that it is endowed by nature at the same time with more than one method of attachment to the support. In addition, its leaves are equipped with three very tenacious claws, it sways at the slightest breath of wind, throws out its shoots, which, when approaching the support, are fixed on it by rapidly forming adventitious roots.
Macfadyen prefers fertile soil. In summer, watering is plentiful. Responsive to top dressing. Support, direction, and garter of the shoots are required. Pruning the shoots to the desired length, including anti-aging pruning, if necessary after flowering. Propagated by semi-woody cuttings, seeds.
It is used in vertical gardening as a spectacular, beautifully blooming vine. In summer, it can be used as a substitute for culture in the design of outdoor terraces.