Status:
valid
Authors:
Woodson
Source:
wcs
Year:
1953
Citation Micro:
Fieldiana, Bot. 28(3): 502 (1953)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000235039
Common Names
- Mandevilla Steyermarkii
- Steyermarkii Mandevilla
- Mandevilla
Description
Mandevilla steyermarkii (also called Orange Trumpet Vine, 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 orange trumpet-shaped flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Mandevilla steyermarkii is an ornamental plant often used to decorate gardens and balconies. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, inflammation, and skin problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Mandevilla steyermarkii is white with a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Mandevilla steyermarkii 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 steyermarkii 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 steyermarkii can be propagated by cuttings or by layering.
Where to Find Mandevilla steyermarkii
Mandevilla steyermarkii is native to Brazil.
Mandevilla steyermarkii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Mandevilla steyermarkii?
Mandevilla steyermarkii
What is the common name of Mandevilla steyermarkii?
Mandevilla
What is the natural habitat of Mandevilla steyermarkii?
Tropical forests of Central and South America
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,