Yellow Orchid Vine
Callaeum macropterum
Yellow orchid vine produces flowers that are followed by large, chartreuse paperlike pods. Also try Mascagnia lilacina for purple flowers. Note: previously classified as M. macroptera.
THE BASICS
Type: Vine
Sun: Full sun
Hardiness: 22°F
Water: Low
Native to: Mexico
GROWTH RATE
Growth Rate: Moderate
Mature Height: 15 feet
Mature Width: 15 feet
Mature Form: Twining
FOLIAGE
Semievergreen
Color: Medium green
Texture: Medium
WILDLIFE
FLOWERS
Flower Color: Yellow clusters
Season: spring, summer
COMMENTS
Litter: Seasonal
Thorns: None
Allergenic: No
Irritation: None
Pool-Friendly
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Photo Credit: Dave Seibert
Photos (l-r, t-b) : Dave Seibert