Alamanda

CLIMBERS / CREEPERS PLANTS

Alamanda

COMMON NAME: Golden trumpet vine, Common trumpet vine, Yellow allamanda, Harkakra, and Pilaghant.

SCIENTIFIC NAME: Allamanda Cathartica

FAMILY: Apocynaceae

ORIGIN: Originated from the Americas

HEIGHT: Plants can grow up to 5 feet

  • Firstly, they are beautiful and often used for decoration.
  • In traditional medicine, people use it to treat liver tumors, malaria, splenomegaly, and jaundice.
  • Similarly, they use it to treat abscesses, ringworm, ulcers, and eczema.
  • Their flowers are very effective in preventing malaria and swelling of the spleen.
  • In addition, they are also used as an antidote for poisoning and can treat dysentery.
  • And, they grow pretty well in tropics and areas with high light levels.
  • Thus, it is perfect for Indian climates as it is full of sunlight.
  • Finally, it has high commercial demand and is excellent for plantations.
  • This plant has many ornamental and health benefits.
  • Water it when the soil seems dry.
  • And allow it to drain thoroughly.
  • Organic Potting mix that boosts the plant’s growth. And, makes it more resilient in fighting diseases.