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Allamanda care for Indian homes

Allamanda cathartica

Sun-loving climber or shrub with bright yellow trumpet blooms.

Bright light
Allamanda (Allamanda cathartica) plant

The essentials

Allamanda care at a glance

Light
Bright light
Water
Every 2-3 days
Difficulty
Medium
Space
Large space, up to 400 cm

Watering needs vary with light, pot size and growing conditions. Check the soil rather than following a fixed schedule.

Make sure it fits your home

Check placement and household safety.

Household safety

Pets: Use caution — keep out of reach.

Children: Use caution — keep out of reach.

Allamanda is an Apocynaceae plant with irritating/toxic sap and should be treated as unsafe for pets and children.

Avoid in pet/toddler homes; wear gloves when pruning.

Placement

Indoors
Poor
Balcony
Excellent
Low-light room
Poor
Air conditioning
Low

Care notes

Full sun and pruning encourage flowering

Monsoon risk: Medium.

Humidity needs: Medium.

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What to check at the nursery

Before you buy

  • Choose compact plants with buds and healthy glossy leaves.
  • Plan for pruning and support.

Look out for

  • Milky sap exposure
  • Whiteflies
  • No support
  • Root-bound vine

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