Is Brugmansia arborea poisonous?
Yes, all parts of Brugmansia arborea are toxic due to tropane alkaloids. Ingestion can cause severe symptoms and can be fatal. Keep away from children and pets.
Brugmansia arborea, the Angel's Trumpet, is a shrub or small tree from the Andes, famed for its large, fragrant, trumpet-shaped flowers.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Well-draining, fertile loam. A slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.
Temperature
Ideal growing temperature is between 15-25°C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Fertilizer
Feed regularly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Provide afternoon shade in hot climates.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Reduce watering in cooler months.
Well-draining, fertile loam. A slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.
Ideal growing temperature is between 15-25°C.
Protect from frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Feed regularly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Reduce feeding in autumn and winter.
Plant Type
Shrub, Tree
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
3-6 m
Spread
1.5-3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate to fast
Dormancy
None in frost-free climates, may drop leaves in cooler conditions
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
15-25 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 8/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 8/5
Edible
No
All parts of the plant are toxic, containing tropane alkaloids. Ingestion can cause hallucinations, delirium, paralysis, and death. Skin contact may cause irritation.