Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
cercophylla
ID:
235572

Status:
valid

Authors:
Woodson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 19: 61 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234903

Common Names

  • Mandevilla Cercophylla
  • Cercophylla Mandevilla
  • Mandevilla

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Description

Mandevilla cercophylla (also called Round-Leaved 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 cercophylla 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

The flower of Mandevilla cercophylla is white and has five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mandevilla cercophylla is a vine native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen plant with glossy green leaves and white or pink flowers. Cultivation: Mandevilla cercophylla prefers a warm, humid environment with bright indirect light. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix that is kept moist but not wet. Propagation: Mandevilla cercophylla can be propagated by cuttings or by layering.

Where to Find Mandevilla cercophylla

Mandevilla cercophylla can be found in the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.

Mandevilla cercophylla FAQ

What is the optimal soil pH for Mandevilla cercophylla?

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

What is the optimal temperature for Mandevilla cercophylla?

Mandevilla cercophylla prefers temperatures between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much light does Mandevilla cercophylla need?

Mandevilla cercophylla 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,

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