Angel's Trumpet
Brugmansia aurea
aurea
About this plant
Brugmansia aurea, commonly known as Angel's Trumpet, is a large, bushy plant famous for its large, trumpet-shaped yellow flowers that hang downward. It is often grown as an ornamental plant in gardens and patios for its dramatic and fragrant blooms, especially in the evening. The plant is toxic if ingested, so care should be taken around children and pets.
Taxonomy
- Genus
- Brugmansia
- Family
- Solanaceae
- Higher classification
- Order Solanales
- Plant type
- Shrub
- Lifespan
- Perennial
Origin & Distribution
- Native region
- Andes Mountains, South America
- Distribution
- Native to South America, especially the Andes region; widely cultivated in warm temperate and tropical areas worldwide.
Care
- Light preference
- Partial sun
- Suitable locations
- Outdoor, Balcony, Greenhouse
- Preferred window facing
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Watering frequency
- Moderate
- Watering interval
- 3–7 days
- Humidity
- Normal
- Minimum
- 5 °C
- Maximum
- 35 °C
- Optimal
- 15–25 °C
- USDA hardiness zones
- 9–11
- Soil pH
- 6.0–7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Soil type
- well-draining, fertile loam
Watering. Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Fertilizing. Feed Brugmansia aurea every 2-4 weeks during the growing season with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer to encourage healthy growth and abundant flowering.
Brugmansia aurea is a fast-growing plant that prefers partial sun to shade and needs regular watering. It can be sensitive to cold and requires protection from frost. Watch for overwatering, which can cause root problems, and prune to maintain shape and encourage flowering.
Propagation
- Propagation methods
- Cuttings, Seeds
- Care difficulty
- Medium
Ornamental features
- Flowering
- Yes
- Flowering period
- summer–fall
Large, pendulous yellow trumpet-shaped flowers; lush green foliage; strong evening fragrance.
Toxicity & Safety
- Toxic to humans
- Toxic
- Toxic to pets
- Toxic
- Weed potential
- Not considered a weed
All parts of the plant are poisonous if ingested. Keep away from children and pets to prevent accidental poisoning.
Allergy information
- Allergy risk
- Moderate
- Allergy triggers
- Pollen, Sap or latex, Skin contact
- Pollen level
- Moderate
Brugmansia aurea can cause allergic reactions in some people, especially from its pollen and sap. Those sensitive to plant sap or pollen may experience skin irritation or respiratory symptoms. To reduce exposure, avoid touching the sap and keep the plant in a well-ventilated area.
Common problems
Common problems include leaf yellowing from overwatering, pest infestations like aphids or spider mites, and damage from cold temperatures.
Uses
Primarily grown as an ornamental plant for its large, fragrant flowers and dramatic appearance in gardens and patios.
Notes
Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead wood. Protect from frost and cold winds. Repot young plants annually to encourage growth.