Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
javitensis
ID:
235619

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.Schum.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1895

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234950

Common Names

  • Javitensis Mandevilla
  • Mandevilla Javitensis
  • Javite Mandevilla

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Synonyms

  • Mandevilla spruceana (Müll.Arg.) K.Schum. [unknown]
  • Mandevilla stephanotidifolia Woodson in R.E.Schult. [unknown]
  • Echites javitensis Kunth [unknown]
  • Echites javitensis Benth. ex Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Amblyanthera spruceana Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Exothostemon javitense (Kunth) G.Don [unknown]

Description

Mandevilla javitensis (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 javitensis is a popular ornamental plant, grown for its showy, trumpet-shaped flowers. It is often used as a ground cover, in hanging baskets, or as a potted plant. The plant is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Mandevilla javitensis is white or pink with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped capsule. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mandevilla javitensis 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 javitensis

Mandevilla javitensis is native to Brazil, and can also be found in parts of Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay.

Mandevilla javitensis FAQ

What is the best soil for Mandevilla javitensis?

Mandevilla javitensis prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.0-7.5.

How much sunlight does Mandevilla javitensis need?

Mandevilla javitensis prefers full sun but can tolerate some shade.

How often should I water Mandevilla javitensis?

Water Mandevilla javitensis when the top inch of soil is dry.

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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