Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Species:
thevetioides
ID:
235726

Status:
valid

Authors:
Woodson in R.E.Schult.

Source:
wcs

Year:
1958

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 18: 177 (1958)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000235057

Common Names

  • Mandevilla
  • Brazilian Jasmine
  • Rocktrumpet

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Description

Mandevilla thevetioides (also called Rocktrumpet, Dipladenia, and Brazilian Jasmine, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Apocynaceae family. It is a woody vine native to Brazil, and is found in tropical and subtropical climates in moist forests, woodlands, and along riverbanks. It has glossy, dark green leaves and produces white, pink, or red flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Mandevilla thevetioides 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 flowers of Mandevilla thevetioides are small, white or pink in color, and have five petals. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Mandevilla thevetioides can be propagated from stem cuttings. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in a potting mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment with bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Mandevilla thevetioides

Mandevilla thevetioides is native to Brazil.

Mandevilla thevetioides FAQ

What is the best soil for Mandevilla thevetioides?

Mandevilla thevetioides prefers well-draining, slightly acidic soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.5.

What is the best temperature for Mandevilla thevetioides?

Mandevilla thevetioides prefers temperatures between 65 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit.

What is the best light for Mandevilla thevetioides?

Mandevilla thevetioides prefers bright, indirect sunlight.

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-119382: Based on the initial data import
Richard Evans Schultes (1915-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.E.Schult.' in the authors string.
Robert Everard Woodson (1904-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Woodson' in the authors string.