Botanical Name

Bignonia capreolata

Commonly known as Crossvine

Bignonia capreolata (Crossvine)
Vine

Tubular orange-red trumpets line this vigorous semi-evergreen vine in spring, attracting every hummingbird in the neighborhood.

Quick Reference
Bloom Season
Apr to May
USDA Zones
5-9
Sun
Full Sun or Part Sun
Water
Moderate - regular watering
Mature Height
10-30'
Bloom Colors
OrangeRedYellow
Native Species Pollinator Friendly Hummingbird Magnet Evergreen
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About This Name

Bignonia capreolata is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Crossvine unambiguously. The genus Bignonia places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Crossvine, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Bignonia capreolata will give you the most precise results.