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Mandevilla

Scientific name	Mandevilla splendens
Common name	Mandevilla
Type	Vines
Variety	Evergreen
USDA Zone hardiness
Exposure	Full sun
Height	10 to 15'
Spread	10 to 15'

Mandevilla splendens is a woody trailing vine grown for the large quantities of fragrant flowers produced during the summer months. The flowers are large trumpet-shaped with rose-pink petals and yellow throats, the foliage is bright green. Mandevilla is a perennial or evergreen in warmer climates, in many cold northern climates they are sold as annual container plants. The soil should be well drained but kept moist, partial to full sun exposure. Zone 13-15 (Brazil)