Mascagnia macroptera
Yellow Orchid Vine
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Yellow Orchid Vine (Mascagnia macroptera) - Description
M. macroptera are twining vines native to Mexico. It bears abundant bright yellow flowers, followed by 2-inch yellow-green seedpods.
Yellow Orchid Vine (Mascagnia macroptera) - Blooming
Flowers bloom during hottest time of year.
Yellow Orchid Vine (Mascagnia macroptera) - Growth
Does well in desert climates. The twining vines and opposite leaves make plants of this genus to resemble Honeysuckle, but they are unrelated. One species (M. lilacina, Lavender Orchid Vine) is hardy to 15 to 18°F/-9 to -8°C.
Yellow Orchid Vine (Mascagnia macroptera) - Planting
Plant seeds in the ground after the last threat of frost has passed.
Yellow Orchid Vine (Mascagnia macroptera) - Interesting facts
The winged seedpods of the orchid vine looks somewhat like butterflies and are used in dried arrangements.
Yellow Orchid Vine (Mascagnia macroptera) - Soil and irrigation
Orchid Vines need moderate water. Does best in sharply draining soil.
