Mondia whitei (African Viagra Vine)

Mondia whitei (African Viagra Vine) purple and yellow flower close up image of petals
Mondia whitei (African Viagra Vine) flower with pointed purple and yellow petals in close focus.

Botanical name: Mondia whitei

Common names: African Viagra Vine, Mukombera, White's Ginger, Gondolosi

Family: Apocynaceae    (Formerly:Asclepiadaceae)

Subfamily: Asclepiadoideae

Origin: Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapVine or creeper plantFull sunWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyEthnomedical plant. Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles. Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.

Mondia whytei is a robust woody creeper. In Spring, it bears panicles of cream-yellow buds which open to reveal deep red inner petals. Mondia whytei root infusion is popularly used as an aphrodisiac in Malawi and as a natural appetizer, enhancer of cerebral and peripheral blood circulation.


Image gallery: 12 images
Mondia whitei (African Viagra Vine) purple yellow flower close up hanging on climbing vine branch
Mondia whitei (African Viagra Vine) green leaves growing on a wooden trellis support stake.
Mondia whitei (African Viagra Vine) close up green plant stems with small flower buds
Mondia whitei (African Viagra Vine) plant with lush green leaves climbing up a bamboo support.
Mondia whitei (African Viagra Vine) purple yellow flower close up capturing unique star petals.
Mondia whitei (African Viagra Vine) brown seeds close up near a ruler for size reference.
Mondia whytei seeds
Mondia whitei (African Viagra Vine) white flower buds close up with green leaves
Mondia whitei (African Viagra Vine) green leaves and small purple and white flower clusters
Mondia whitei (African Viagra Vine) green leaves growing on a vine with thin stems
Mondia whitei (African Viagra Vine) brown seeds close up on a plain white surface
Mondia whytei seeds
Mondia whitei (African Viagra Vine) purple and yellow flower in a close up photo
Mondia whitei (African Viagra Vine) purple yellow flower close up with green leaves and ants


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