Overview

Mansoa alliacea is a plant with a bushy habit in the genus Mansoa, part of the Bignoniaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Mansoa alliacea grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1a. Suggested uses include conservatory and greenhouse, patio and container plants, rock garden, gravel garden and cottage and informal garden.

About

Mansoa alliacea, commonly known as bejuco de ajo, is a bushy evergreen cultivar from the Bignoniaceae family. It thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered south- or west-facing aspect. This plant grows best in fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soils with a pH that can be acid, alkaline, or neutral. Suitable for conservatories, greenhouses, patios, containers, rock and gravel gardens, as well as cottage and informal gardens, it is hardy to H1a and is of particular interest during spring and summer. Propagation is possible by seed or stem cuttings.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Mansoa

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam, Sand

Soil pH

Acid, Alkaline, Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing, West-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H1a

Plant details

Mansoa alliacea size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Bushy

Foliage

Evergreen

Suggested uses

Conservatory and greenhouse, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Gravel garden, Cottage and informal garden

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Mansoa alliacea

Propagation

Seed, Stem cuttings

Pest resistance

Mealybugs, Vine weevil, Aphids

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions