Mandevilla splendens, the shining mandevilla, is a species of flowering plant in the family Apocynaceae. It is an evergreen vine, native to Brazil.[1]
It climbs by twining and can grow to 3m (10feet) high. It has wide green glossy leaves of elliptical or rectangular shape growing to 20cm (10inches) long. The flowers are rose-pink with yellow centers, appearing from late spring to early summer. They are up to 10cm (00inches) in length. It prefers temperatures remaining over NaNC.[1] In temperate zones it can be placed outside during the summer months, but must have protection in winter. It requires a sheltered spot in full sun. It has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.[2] [3]