• An allamanda flower.Image by Flickr.com, courtesy of Zaqqy
  
  

Flowers

• Allamandas have long, tubular yellow flowers that smell slightly fruity. The flowers resemble trumpets, hence their common name Golden Trumpet Vine.
  
  

Climate

• Allamandas grow well in temperatures between 50 and 75 degrees with high humidity. They will bloom year round if grown in warm climates.
  
  

Size

• If left untamed, allamandas can sprawl out up to 15 feet. In South America, they are often found tangling along roadsides and rivers.
  
  

Pests

• Spider mites, white fly and tiny, waxy little insects called mealy bugs are all threats to allamanda and can be prevented with pesticide.
  
  

Toxicity

• Allamandas are poisonous to humans. The sap of allamanda flowers can cause rashes and blisters.