Woody, twinning, evergreen vine with dark, glossy, oval leaves. Clusters of flared, trumpet-shaped flowers. A handsome screen, container or hanging basket plant. Blooms year round. Low maintenance. Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested. There are many hybrids See article about Mandevilla.
New exciting variety of Dipladenia (Mandevilla) with deep-red-vine color, petals are narrower than regular dipladenias. Flowers turn pale-lavender as they age. Very showy, a must have for exotic flower collection. This variety has compact and bushy habit, can be successfully grown in pot.