Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
acutiloba
ID:
235535

Status:
valid

Authors:
Woodson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 19: 54 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234866



Common Names

  • Mandevilla acutiloba
  • Mandevilla acutiloba var. acutiloba
  • Mandevilla acutiloba var. lanceolata


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Synonyms

  • Mandevilla contrerasii Lundell [unknown]
  • Mandevilla rosana (Donn.Sm.) Woodson [unknown]
  • Mandevilla scorpioidea Woodson [unknown]
  • Echites acutilobus A.DC. [unknown]
  • Echites rosanus Donn.Sm. [unknown]
  • Amblyanthera acutiloba Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Mandevilla acutiloba (also called Sharp-Leafed Mandevilla, among many other common names) is a woody vine native to Central and South America. It has dark green, leathery leaves and white, pink, or purple flowers. It is found in tropical forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mandevilla acutiloba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used to treat skin diseases and as a fish poison.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mandevilla acutiloba has white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mandevilla acutiloba is an evergreen climber that can reach a height of up to 10 m. It grows best in full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained potting mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and rooted in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Mandevilla acutiloba

Mandevilla acutiloba can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Argentina.

Mandevilla acutiloba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mandevilla acutiloba?

Mandevilla acutiloba

What is the family of Mandevilla acutiloba?

Apocynaceae

What is the common name of Mandevilla acutiloba?

Sharp-Tipped Mandevilla

Species in the Mandevilla genus

Mandevilla acutiloba, Mandevilla alboviridis, Mandevilla anceps, Mandevilla angustifolia, Mandevilla annulariifolia, Mandevilla apocynifolia, Mandevilla aracamunensis, Mandevilla arcuata, Mandevilla atroviolacea, Mandevilla barretoi, Mandevilla benthamii, Mandevilla bogotensis, Mandevilla boliviensis, Mandevilla brachyloba, Mandevilla brachysiphon, Mandevilla bracteata, Mandevilla bradei, Mandevilla callacatensis, Mandevilla callista, Mandevilla caurensis, Mandevilla cercophylla, Mandevilla coccinea, Mandevilla convolvulacea, Mandevilla crassinoda, Mandevilla cuneifolia, Mandevilla dissimilis, Mandevilla duartei, Mandevilla duidae, Mandevilla emarginata, Mandevilla equatorialis, Mandevilla espinosae, Mandevilla eximia, Mandevilla filifolia, Mandevilla foliosa, Mandevilla fragilis, Mandevilla fragrans, Mandevilla funiformis, Mandevilla glandulosa, Mandevilla grata, Mandevilla hirsuta, Mandevilla holosericea, Mandevilla holstii, Mandevilla huberi, Mandevilla hypoleuca, Mandevilla illustris, Mandevilla immaculata, Mandevilla jamesonii, Mandevilla jasminiflora, Mandevilla javitensis, Mandevilla kalmiifolia,

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

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