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Pentalinon luteum Wild Allamanda, Hammock Viper's-tail

Edward F. Gilman, Ryan W. Klein, and Gail Hansen

Release Date: 2/5/2024

DOI: 10.32473/edis-fp595-1999

Agriculture

Abstract

The publication provides an overview of the wild allamanda, a vine-like shrub native to Florida. This plant, known for its yellow flowers that bloom year-round, can grow as a sprawling vine over nearby structures. It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 10B through 11 and is well-suited for sandy, coastal landscapes due to its high drought and moderate salt tolerance. The document also discusses the plant’s growth habits, maintenance requirements, and its potential use in landscaping as a hedge or on trellises. First published Oct. 1999.

About this Publication

This document is FPS-595, one of a series of the Department of Environmental Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date October 1999. Revised October 2023. Visit the EDIS website at https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu for the currently supported version of this publication.

About the Authors

Edward F. Gilman, professor emeritus; Ryan W. Klein, assistant professor, arboriculture; and Gail Hansen, professor, sustainable landscape design; Department of Environmental Horticulture, UF/IFAS Extension, Gainesville, FL 32611.