Chilean jasmine (Mandevilla macrosiphon)
Care, watering, light and tips for Chilean jasmine on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Apocynaceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Chilean jasmine
Mandevilla macrosiphon, also known as 'Plateau rocktrumpet', is a perennial vine belonging to the Apocynaceae family, native to the southwestern United States and Mexico. It is characterized by its large, fragrant, trumpet-shaped flowers, which are white or pale pink and bloom from spring to autumn. This plant is an excellent choice for covering pergolas, trellises, or walls, bringing an exotic and vibrant touch to any garden or patio.
Native range
Brazil
Care tips
It requires full sun for abundant flowering, though it can tolerate some partial shade in very hot climates. Watering should be regular during the growing season, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged, and reduced in winter. It prefers well-drained soil rich in organic matter; a common mistake is overwatering, which can lead to root rot.
How to save a dying Chilean jasmine
- Warning signs
- Yellow or brown falling leaves, no blooms, soft stems.
- First aid
- Check watering and light. Repot if waterlogged or root-bound. Prune damaged stems.
- What kills it
- Overwatering (root rot) or lack of light. Does not tolerate frost.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots aren't completely rotted and mistakes are corrected.