Angel's trumpets (Brugmansia)

Angel's trumpets

Angel's trumpets are dramatic-looking shrubs that have hanging, trumpet-shaped blooms. They are extinct in the wild but are popular and widely cultivated as garden plants. A famous species in this genus is the deadly nightshade plant. Indeed, many of these lovely plants are highly toxic. They are particularly attractive to hummingbirds.

Scientific classification

Genus

Angel's trumpets (Brugmansia)

Family

Nightshade

Order

Nightshades, bindweeds, gooseweeds, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Shrub

Plant Type

1.8 m

Plant Height

1.3 m

Spread

Summer

Growth Season

Moderate

Growth Rate

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Species

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Quickly Identify Angel's trumpets

Large, pendulous flowers up to 1 foot (30 cm) long, with distinct trumpet-like shape.

Evergreen tropical plant reaching 6-15 feet (1.8-4.5 meters) in height, sometimes 35 feet (10.7 meters).

Fruit measures 2.5-3.5 inches (6.35-8.89 cm), round to ovate, covered in fine hairs.

Smooth, ovate leaves with prominent veins, 8 inches (20 cm) long, medium to dark green.

Stem with softly hairy texture, green hue, 1-2 inches (2.5-5 cm) thick, slightly irregular branching.

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Care Guide for Angel's trumpets

Every week

Water

Partial sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Angel's trumpets thrives in tropical conditions, requiring regular moisture and high humidity. It prefers weekly watering for optimal growth but tolerates brief dryness. Typically grown outdoors, it benefits from ample rainfall or supplemental watering during the growing season to mimic its humid native environment.

Propagation: Angel's trumpets propagation involves seed sowing or cuttings. Seeds need stratification and warmth to germinate, while cuttings (6-8 inches) benefit from high humidity and rooting hormone. Use well-draining soil, maintain consistent moisture, and consider air layering for effective results.

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