Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
laxa
ID:
235629

Status:
valid

Authors:
Woodson

Source:
wcs

Year:
1932

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 19: 68 (1932)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000234960

Common Names

  • Laxa Mandevilla
  • Mandevilla Laxa
  • Loose Mandevilla

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Synonyms

  • Mandevilla bangii Rusby [unknown]
  • Mandevilla bridgesii (Müll.Arg.) Woodson [unknown]
  • Mandevilla mandonii Rusby [unknown]
  • Mandevilla suaveolens Lindl. [unknown]
  • Mandevilla tweedieana Gadeceau & Stapf [unknown]
  • Echites glandulosus Poir. [illegitimate]
  • Echites laxus Ruiz & Pav. [unknown]
  • Echites suaveolens A.DC. [unknown]
  • Amblyanthera bridgesii Müll.Arg. [unknown]
  • Amblyanthera suaveolens Müll.Arg. [unknown]

Description

Mandevilla laxa (also called Yellow Dipladenia and Yellow Allamanda, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is native to Brazil and is found in tropical and subtropical climates. It is a climbing shrub that grows up to 3 meters in height and has glossy green leaves and white to yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Mandevilla laxa 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 laxa 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 laxa 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 laxa

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

Mandevilla laxa FAQ

What is the best soil for Mandevilla laxa?

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

How much sunlight does Mandevilla laxa need?

Mandevilla laxa prefers full sun but can tolerate some shade.

How often should I water Mandevilla laxa?

Water Mandevilla laxa 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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