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Cats Claw Creeper

Botanical Name: Macfadyena unguis-cati
Noxious Weed Category:
CLASS 4 in Parramatta Council and Sydney North region except Pittwater Council



Photo: Ku-ring-gai Council

 

Description:
 Originating in Argentina and Brazil, Cats Claw Creeper is a vigorous, woody climber with "claws" along stems and tubers under the ground.

Large, tubular yellow flowers, 4 to 8 cm long.

Long, thin capsule up to 45cm long containing winged seeds.

Dispersal:
Wind, runners.

Impact on Bushland:
Cats Claw Creeper is able to grow in shady areas and can invade forest canopies.

Control:

Chemical: Please contact your local control authority for advice on chemical control.

Similar Species:

Suggested Alternatives:

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