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Cryptostegia grandiflora

Also Known As

  • India Rubber Vine
  • Palay Rubber Vine
  • Purple Allamanda

Plant type

perennial, vine

size

  • H: 12'-15'
  • W: 3'-15'

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Cryptostegia grandiflora plant details

Cryptostegia grandiflora is a broadleaf evergreen perennial vine with green foliage. In fall, spring, summer and winter purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cryptostegia grandiflora

Plant type: perennial vine
Plant family: apocynaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 15 FT - wide, 12 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: houseplant, potentially invasive

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cryptostegia grandiflora

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer, seaside / salt
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This Purple Allamanda produces 3" lavender trumpets held against a rich glossy green foliage. A vigorous twining tropical climber blooming throughout the warmer months.

Gardening facts about Cryptostegia grandiflora plant

How to Grow Cryptostegia grandiflora

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • fall
    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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