Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
emarginata
ID:
235590

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Vell.) C.Ezcurra

Source:
wcs

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Candollea 47: 92 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234921

Common Names

  • Brazilian Jasmine
  • Emarginate Mandevilla
  • Pink Trumpet Vine

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Synonyms

  • Laseguea acutifolia DC. [unknown]
  • Laseguea emarginata (Vell.) A.DC. [unknown]
  • Laseguea erecta Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Laseguea glabra DC. [unknown]
  • Laseguea guilleminiana A.DC. [unknown]
  • Laseguea obliquinervia DC. [unknown]
  • Mandevilla erecta Woodson [unknown]
  • Laseguea acutifolia glabra (A.DC.) Arechav. [unknown]
  • Laseguea acutifolia glabrescens Arechav. [unknown]
  • Laseguea acutifolia guilleminiana Arechav. [unknown]
  • Laseguea acutifolia obliquinervia (A.DC.) Arechav. [unknown]
  • Laseguea acutifolia scabrinervis Arechav. [unknown]
  • Laseguea erecta griseo-fusca Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Laseguea erecta griseo-olivacea Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Laseguea erecta acutifolia (A.DC.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Laseguea erecta glabra (A.DC.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Laseguea erecta glabrescens Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Laseguea erecta guilleminiana (A.DC.) Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Laseguea erecta obovata Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Laseguea erecta scabrinervia Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Echites emarginatus Vell. [unknown]
  • Echites erectus Vell. [illegitimate]
  • Laseguea acutifolia griseo-olivacea Arechav. [deprecated]
  • Laseguea acutifolia obovata Arechav. [deprecated]
  • Laseguea acutifolia ovata Arechav. [deprecated]
  • Laseguea erecta ovata Müll.Arg. [deprecated]
  • Laseguea erecta obliquinervia (A.DC.) Müll.Arg. [deprecated]

Description

Mandevilla emarginata (also called Brazilian Jasmine, among many other common names) is a woody, evergreen, perennial climber with glossy, dark green leaves and fragrant, white flowers. It is native to Brazil, and is found in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Mandevilla emarginata 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 emarginata 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 emarginata can be propagated by cuttings or by division. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light. Division can be done in spring or early summer. Dig up the plant and divide the roots into several sections, each with a few stems. Replant in a well-draining potting mix and keep the soil moist.

Where to Find Mandevilla emarginata

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

Mandevilla emarginata FAQ

What is the optimal soil pH for Mandevilla emarginata?

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

What is the optimal temperature for Mandevilla emarginata?

Mandevilla emarginata prefers temperatures between 65 and 85 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much light does Mandevilla emarginata need?

Mandevilla emarginata 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-119259: Based on the initial data import
José Mariano de Conceição Vellozo (1742-1811): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vell.' in the authors string.
Cecilia Ezcurra (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Ezcurra' in the authors string.