Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
amazonica
ID:
797285

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.F.Morales

Source:
wcs

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Sida 21: 1536 (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000796618



Common Names

  • Mandevilla amazonica
  • Amazonica Mandevilla
  • Mandevilla


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Description

Mandevilla amazonica (also called Amazonian Mandevilla, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests. It is a small shrub with green, oval-shaped leaves and small, yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Mandevilla amazonica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a potted houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mandevilla amazonica is a large, white, trumpet-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black seed with a thin, papery coating. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mandevilla amazonica is a perennial plant that is best grown in well-drained soil in full sun. Propagation is usually done by division of the clumps in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and will germinate in 2-3 weeks at 18-20°C (64-68°F).

Where to Find Mandevilla amazonica

Mandevilla amazonica can be found in the tropical forests of South America, including Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.

Mandevilla amazonica FAQ

What is the common name of Mandevilla amazonica?

Amazon Mandevilla

What is the natural habitat of Mandevilla amazonica?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas

What is the optimal soil type for Mandevilla amazonica?

Well-drained, moist soil

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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