Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
benthamii
ID:
235556

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. 4(2): 171 (1895)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234887

Common Names

  • Mandevilla benthamii
  • Mandevilla benthamii var. benthamii
  • Mandevilla benthamii var. lanceolata

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Synonyms

  • Mesechites angustatus Miers [unknown]
  • Echites angustifolius Benth. [illegitimate]
  • Echites benthamii A.DC. [unknown]
  • Amblyanthera angustifolia Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Amblyanthera benthamii Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Mandevilla benthamii (also called Bentham's Mandevilla, among many other common names) is a woody vine native to Central and South America. It has dark green, leathery leaves and white, bell-shaped flowers. It is found in tropical forests, scrublands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Mandevilla benthamii is a popular ornamental plant, often used in flower arrangements. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headaches, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Mandevilla benthamii 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 benthamii 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 benthamii

Mandevilla benthamii can be found in the Atlantic Forest in Brazil.

Mandevilla benthamii FAQ

What is the optimal soil pH for Mandevilla benthamii?

Mandevilla benthamii prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5.

What is the optimal temperature for Mandevilla benthamii?

Mandevilla benthamii prefers temperatures between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much light does Mandevilla benthamii need?

Mandevilla benthamii needs full sun to partial shade.

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