Bignonia Capreolata Official

, commonly known as Crossvine , is a vigorous, woody, semi-evergreen to evergreen climbing vine native to the southeastern United States. It is highly valued in landscaping for its prolific, trumpet-shaped flowers and its ability to rapidly cover structures like fences, walls, and arbors. Physical Characteristics

: A cross-section of the woody stem reveals a marking resembling a Greek cross, which gives the plant its common name. bignonia capreolata

: It climbs using tendrils equipped with small adhesive disks (holdfasts) that allow it to cling to various surfaces, including brick and stone, without additional support. Growth and Care , commonly known as Crossvine , is a

Bignonia capreolata - Plant Finder - Missouri Botanical Garden : It climbs using tendrils equipped with small

: Produces clusters of fragrant, 2-inch long, trumpet-shaped blooms in spring. The flowers are typically reddish-brown to orange on the outside with brighter orange or yellow throats.

: Leaves are opposite and compound, consisting of two glossy dark green leaflets and a branched tendril between them. In winter, the foliage often turns an attractive reddish-purple.