Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
pandorana
ID:
780095

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Andrews) Steenis

Source:
iplants

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , sér. 3, 10: 198 (1928)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000779428



Common Names

  • Pandorea
  • Wonga Vine
  • Bower Vine


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Description

Pandorea pandorana (also called Wonga Wonga Vine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Bignoniaceae. It is a climbing vine with a height of up to 10 m. It is native to Australia and can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of Queensland and New South Wales. It prefers moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pandorea pandorana is a popular ornamental plant, often grown in gardens for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used as a hedge or screen plant, and can be used to attract birds and butterflies to the garden.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pandorea pandorana sub. austrocaledonica (Bureau) P.S.Green
Pandorea pandorana sub. pandorana

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pandorea pandorana is white and trumpet-shaped with five petals. The seed is a small, black, round nut. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pandorea pandorana is a small, evergreen shrub that can be propagated from cuttings. It prefers a warm, sunny location and well-drained soil. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season. Pruning is recommended to keep the shrub in shape.

Where to Find Pandorea pandorana

Pandorea pandorana can be found in the tropical rainforests of Australia and New Guinea.

Pandorea pandorana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pandorea pandorana?

Pandorea pandorana

What is the common name of Pandorea pandorana?

Pandorana Pandorea

What is the natural habitat of Pandorea pandorana?

Rainforest margins in eastern Australia

Species in the Bignoniaceae family

Adenocalymma neoflavidum, Adenocalymma pseudopatulum, Adenocalymma acutissimum, Adenocalymma apparicianum, Adenocalymma apurense, Adenocalymma arthropetiolatum, Adenocalymma bracteatum, Adenocalymma bracteolatum, Adenocalymma bullatum, Adenocalymma calderonii, Adenocalymma chocoense, Adenocalymma coriaceum, Adenocalymma cymbalum, Adenocalymma dichilum, Adenocalymma divaricatum, Adenocalymma dugandii, Adenocalymma dusenii, Adenocalymma flavum, Adenocalymma fruticosum, Adenocalymma gracielzae, Adenocalymma hatschbachii, Adenocalymma heterophyllum, Adenocalymma hirtum, Adenocalymma hypostictum, Adenocalymma impressum, Adenocalymma inundatum, Adenocalymma macrophyllum, Adenocalymma magdalenense, Adenocalymma magnificum, Adenocalymma marginatum, Adenocalymma nervosum, Adenocalymma paulistarum, Adenocalymma prancei, Adenocalymma salmoneum, Adenocalymma saulense, Adenocalymma scabriusculum, Adenocalymma scansile, Adenocalymma sousae, Adenocalymma subincanum, Adenocalymma subsessilifolium, Adenocalymma subspicatum, Adenocalymma tephrinocalyx, Adenocalymma ternatum, Adenocalymma trifoliatum, Adenocalymma ubatubense, Adenocalymma uleanum, Adenocalymma cladotrichum, Adenocalymma reticulatum, Adenocalymma velutinum, Adenocalymma adenophorum,

References

Cornelis Gijsbert Gerrit Jan van Steenis (1901-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Steenis' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:110212-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].