Pithecellobium unguis-cati

Cat's Claw

Family: Fabaceae Pea


Type Tree
USDA Hardiness range 10A - 11
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Yellow
Bloom time Spring
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, screen, specimen
Height 15' to 25' / 4.60m to 7.60m
Spread 10' to 15' / 3.00m to 4.60m
Growth rate Moderate
Persistence Evergreen
Leaf color Green
Fruit color Brown, red
Soil pH requirements Acidic, neutral, alkaline, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Rounded, vase
Attributes and features Native to North America