Status:
valid
Authors:
J.F.Morales
Source:
wcs
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 43: 85 (2005)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000806112
Common Names
- Mandevilla abortiva
- Abortiva Mandevilla
- Mandevilla Abortiva
Description
Mandevilla abortiva (also called Aborted Mandevilla, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky habitats, such as on hillsides and in open woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Mandevilla abortiva is an evergreen shrub that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mandevilla abortiva is white and bell-shaped with 5 petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are thin and long with a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mandevilla abortiva is a perennial vine that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer and kept moist until germination. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and kept in a warm, humid environment until rooted. Once established, it is a low-maintenance vine that requires minimal pruning and occasional fertilization.
Where to Find Mandevilla abortiva
Mandevilla abortiva can be found in Mexico, in the states of Oaxaca and Chiapas.
Mandevilla abortiva FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mandevilla abortiva?
Mandevilla abortiva
What is the family of Mandevilla abortiva?
Apocynaceae
What is the common name of Mandevilla abortiva?
Abortive 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,