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(Maurandya scandens)
Climbing Snapdragon (Maurandya scandens)
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Estimated Native Range
Climate Requirements for Boynton Beach, Florida
| This Plant | Your Site | Plant Suitability for Your Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| • Precipitation | 13" - 121" | 60" | Aquatic | Aquatic |
| • High Temp. | 70°F - 97°F | 91°F | Your summer temperatures are normal for this plant. | Excellent |
| • Low Temp. | 27°F - 69°F | 57°F | Your winter temperatures are normal for this plant | Excellent |
This plant may not grow well at your location - your precipitation is too high.
Summary
Maurandya scandens, commonly known as Climbing Snapdragon, is a perennial vine native to rocky slopes and open woodlands in Central America and Southern Mexico. It can reach a height of 6-9 feet (1.8-2.7 meters) and a spread of 3-6 feet (0.9-1.8 meters). This vine is characterized by its twining stems and lush foliage, which make it an excellent choice for covering trellises, fences, and arbors. The Climbing Snapdragon produces tubular flowers in a variety of colors including blue, pink, purple, red, and white, which are particularly showy in the spring and fall seasons.
The plant is valued for its long flowering period and the ornamental quality of its blooms, which attract hummingbirds and butterflies. It is used in cultivation for vertical interest in gardens, as well as for container planting due to its manageable size and climbing habit. Climbing Snapdragon prefers full sun to part shade, requires medium amounts of water, and thrives in well-drained soils. While it is generally easy to maintain, it may need support to climb effectively and can be susceptible to aphids and spider mites. It is not known to be invasive but should be monitored to ensure it does not outcompete other plants in the garden.CC BY-SA 4.0
The plant is valued for its long flowering period and the ornamental quality of its blooms, which attract hummingbirds and butterflies. It is used in cultivation for vertical interest in gardens, as well as for container planting due to its manageable size and climbing habit. Climbing Snapdragon prefers full sun to part shade, requires medium amounts of water, and thrives in well-drained soils. While it is generally easy to maintain, it may need support to climb effectively and can be susceptible to aphids and spider mites. It is not known to be invasive but should be monitored to ensure it does not outcompete other plants in the garden.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Vine
- Height: 6-9 feet
- Width: 3-6 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Purple, Red
- Flowering Season: Spring, Fall
- Leaf Retention: Evergreen
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bank Stabilization, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Hummingbird Garden, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Rocky slopes and open woodlands in Central America and Southern Mexico
Other Names
Common Names: Snapdragon Vine, Creeping Snapdragon, Twining Snapdragon, Figwort, Trailing Snapdragon, Kal Maurandia
Scientific Names: Asarina scandens, Maurandya scandens, Maurandya semperflorens, Usteria scandens, Maurandya albiflora, Maurandya hendersoni, Maurandya semperflorens f. lilacina, Reichardia scandens
GBIF Accepted Name: Maurandya scandens (Cav.) Pers.