Yellow Mandevilla (Urechites lutea): Tropical Climbing Vine

Yellow mandevilla, also called wild allamanda, is a vigorous, twining vine with glossy, ovate leaves and trumpet-shaped, bright yellow flowers with orange throats. It blooms heavily in warm weather. It's not a true Mandevilla but closely related.

Botanical Profile

Native to the Caribbean and Central America, this tropical vine requires full sun, warm temperatures, and a sturdy support. It's grown as an annual or container plant in temperate zones. The sap is milky and can be irritating.