Campsis radicans (L.) Seem.
Frost hardy, vigorous climber, usually climbing by aerial roots, with leaves to 10cm long composed of 7-11 toothed, ovate leaflets, and terminal cymes of 4-12 slender, tubular-trumpet-shaped orange to red flowers in summer and autumn. To 10m. [RHSE, Hilliers’, Hortus].
Horticultural & Botanical History
‘This deciduous climber is very hardy, and will mount to the summit of the highest tree, or spread over the loftiest wall; hence it is recommended by Miller for covering buildings which are unsightly: in the months of August and September it puts forth its rich magnificent trumpet-like flowers, in bunches at the extremities of its pendant branches, which produce the most charming effect imaginable.’ [BM t.485/1800].
Tecoma radicans was introduced to Britain in 1640. [JD].
History at Camden Park
Listed in all published catalogues [T.160/1843].
Notes
Published Feb 25, 2010 - 02:51 PM | Last updated Jul 15, 2010 - 10:41 AM
Campsis radicans (L.) Seem. | BM t.485/1800 | BHL
| Family | Bignoniaceae |
|---|---|
| Category | |
| Region of origin | Eastern USA |
| Synonyms |
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| Common Name | Common trumpet creeper |
| Name in the Camden Park Record |
Bignonia radicans |
| Confidence level | high |