Red Angel’s Trumpet
(Brugmansia sanguinea)
Red Angel’s Trumpet (Brugmansia sanguinea)
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Annika Lindqvist
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Photo by: Annika Lindqvist | License Type: CC BY 4.0 | License URL: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | Rights Holder: Annika Lindqvist | Publisher: iNaturalist | Date Created: 2018-04-16T10:49:16-07:00 |
Estimated Native Range
Summary
Brugmansia sanguinea, commonly known as Red Angel’s Trumpet, is a semi-deciduous shrub or small tree native to the mid-elevation regions of the Andes in South America, specifically in Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Bolivia. It typically grows to a height of 10-15 feet (3-4.6 meters) and a width of 6-8 feet (1.8-2.4 meters). This species is characterized by its woody stems, large leaves, and notably large, pendulous flowers that are most commonly red but can also be found in shades of yellow and orange. The trumpet-shaped flowers bloom from summer to winter and are especially showy, making them a striking addition to gardens.
Red Angel’s Trumpet is valued for its exotic and vibrant flowers, which can add a tropical flair to temperate gardens. It is often used in ornamental plantings and as a focal point in borders or large containers. While it prefers full sun to part shade, it requires protection from strong winds and benefits from regular watering and well-draining soil. In cooler climates, it can be grown in a large greenhouse or conservatory. Gardeners should be aware that all parts of Brugmansia sanguinea are toxic if ingested, and it should be handled with care. Additionally, it can be susceptible to pests such as spider mites and whiteflies.CC BY-SA 4.0
Red Angel’s Trumpet is valued for its exotic and vibrant flowers, which can add a tropical flair to temperate gardens. It is often used in ornamental plantings and as a focal point in borders or large containers. While it prefers full sun to part shade, it requires protection from strong winds and benefits from regular watering and well-draining soil. In cooler climates, it can be grown in a large greenhouse or conservatory. Gardeners should be aware that all parts of Brugmansia sanguinea are toxic if ingested, and it should be handled with care. Additionally, it can be susceptible to pests such as spider mites and whiteflies.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Shrub, Tree
- Height: 10-15 feet
- Width: 6-8 feet
- Growth Rate: Moderate
- Flower Color: Yellow, Orange, Red
- Flowering Season: Summer, Fall
- Leaf Retention: Semi-Deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Fragrant, Hummingbird Garden, Showy Flowers
Natural Habitat
Native to the mid-elevation regions of the Andes in South America
Other Names
Common Names: Red Floripontio, Red Angel’s-Trumpet, Rote Engelstrompete, Röd Änglatrumpet, Floripondio
Scientific Names: , Brugmansia sanguinea, Datura sanguinea, Datura rosei, Brugmansia bicolor, Datura rubella, Brugmansia lutea, Brugmansia rubella, Datura rubra, Elisia mutabilis,
GBIF Accepted Name: Brugmansia sanguinea (Ruiz & Pav.) D.Don