Allamanda Blanchetii Purple Starter Plant Fast Growing Flower Cutting Roots Pink

Allamanda blanchetii is a flowering perennial member of the Apocynaceae family of plants hailing from Brazil in South America.

Allamanda Blanchetii Care

Size & Growth
This shrub can grow to be up to ten feet tall with an equal spread. Leaves are slightly downy, glossy, and a bright shade of green.


Light & Temperature
Allamanda Violacea does well in light shade to full direct sunlight.

NOTE: The Allamanda in the image above in growing in direct sunlight all day in southwest Florida and has been for years.

The plant is winter hardy in USDA hardiness zones 9b – 11 and needs warm temperatures ranging from 65° – 80° degrees Fahrenheit.

Temperatures should not fall below 59° degrees Fahrenheit for extended periods. Yet, Cherry Allamanda can survive brief drops of temperature down to 32° degrees Fahrenheit.

This plant grows well in temperate climates, such as in southern Florida, southern Texas, and along the coastline of southern California.

It will not grow or bloom well if subjected to freezing temperatures. If you live in an area with cold winters, you should bring it indoors and keep it as a container plant during winter.


Soil Type & Transplanting
Plant your Allamanda in well-draining, fertile soil that is rich in organic matter. Too little organic matter in the soil will cause leaves to turn yellow.

Mulch around the shrub to retain moisture and keep the roots cool.