Dolichandra

Dolichandra cynanchoides

Dolichandra dentata

Dolichandra uncata

This robust climbing vine produces trumpet-shaped flowers that flare outward in a bright yellow hue. The fragrant blooms emit a strong scent, especially during the evening hours. While it does not withstand UK winters, it is recognized as an invasive species in various tropical regions globally.

This genus comprises climbing flowering plants indigenous to Latin America and the Caribbean, characterized by trifid tendrils that resemble claws, divided into three segments, and tubular yellow blossoms. Dolichandra unguis-cati is known for its vigorous growth and invasive nature, capable of overwhelming and harming canopy trees.