Status:
valid
Authors:
Hemsl.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1881
Citation Micro:
Biol. Cent.-Amer., Bot. 2: 316 (1881)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234909
Common Names
- Mandevilla Convolvulacea
- Convolvulacea Mandevilla
- Mandevilla
Synonyms
- Mandevilla andrieuxii Hemsl. [unknown]
- Mesechites andrieuxii Miers [unknown]
- Echites andrieuxii Miers [unknown]
- Echites convolvulaceus A.DC. [unknown]
- Echites subcordatus Sessé & Moc. [unknown]
- Amblyanthera andrieuxii Müll.Arg. [unknown]
- Amblyanthera convolvulacea Müll.Arg. [unknown]
Description
Mandevilla convolvulacea (also called Morning Glory 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 convolvulacea 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 convolvulacea is white and has five petals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are thin and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mandevilla convolvulacea is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial climber. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and rooted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. Both seeds and cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment with indirect sunlight.
Where to Find Mandevilla convolvulacea
Mandevilla convolvulacea can be found in the Amazon rainforest in Brazil.
Mandevilla convolvulacea FAQ
What is the optimal soil pH for Mandevilla convolvulacea?
Mandevilla convolvulacea prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5.
What is the optimal temperature for Mandevilla convolvulacea?
Mandevilla convolvulacea prefers temperatures between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.
How much light does Mandevilla convolvulacea need?
Mandevilla convolvulacea 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,