Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
pohliana
ID:
235674

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Stadelm.) A.H.Gentry

Source:
wcs

Year:
1985

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 71(4): 1079. 1985 [1984 publ. 1985]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000235005



Common Names

  • Mandevilla Pohliana
  • Pohliana Mandevilla
  • Mandevilla


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Synonyms

  • Odontadenia duckei Markgr. [unknown]
  • Rhodocalyx cuneifolius Miers [unknown]
  • Dipladenia gentianoides glabra Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Dipladenia gentianoides pohliana Malme [unknown]
  • Echites pohlianus latifolius Stadelm. [unknown]
  • Echites pohlianus angustifolius Stadelm. [unknown]
  • Mandevilla velutina angustifolia Woodson [unknown]
  • Mandevilla velutina glabra Woodson [unknown]
  • Dipladenia gentianoides A.DC. [unknown]
  • Dipladenia pohliana Hand.-Mazz. [unknown]
  • Dipladenia velutina A.DC. [unknown]
  • Echites pohlianus Stadelm. [unknown]
  • Echites velutinus Mart. & Stadelm. ex Stadelm. [illegitimate]
  • Anisolobus pohlianus Miers [unknown]
  • Mandevilla velutina typica Woodson [unknown]

Description

Mandevilla pohliana (also called Pohl's mandevilla, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is a woody, evergreen, twining vine that is native to Brazil. It has glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant, white to pink flowers. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mandevilla pohliana is an ornamental plant often used to decorate gardens and balconies. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mandevilla pohliana is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mandevilla pohliana can be propagated by cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained potting mix. Division is best done in spring or summer, when the plant is actively growing. The roots should be divided into sections with at least one bud and one root per section. Plant in a well-drained potting mix.

Where to Find Mandevilla pohliana

Mandevilla pohliana can be found in tropical regions of Central and South America.

Mandevilla pohliana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Mandevilla pohliana?

Mandevilla pohliana

What are the common names of Mandevilla pohliana?

Pohliana Mandevilla

What is the natural habitat of Mandevilla pohliana?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-119334: Based on the initial data import
Alwyn Howard Gentry (1945-1993): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.H.Gentry' in the authors string.
Ernst Stadelmeyer (1780-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Stadelm.' in the authors string.