Water
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during active growth. Reduce watering in winter to prevent root rot.
Brugmansia versicolor thrives with regular watering, but ensure good drainage to avoid standing water.
Also known as Apricot Angel's Trumpet · Campana · Peach Angel's-Trumpet
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Brugmansia versicolor, the Arborescent Angel's-Tears, is a striking tropical shrub or small tree native to Ecuador, known for its large, trumpet-shaped, fragrant flowers.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily, but can tolerate some afternoon shade in very hot climates.
Consistent moisture needed
75% intensity
Keep soil moist but avoid waterlogging, especially during the growing season. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm conditions preferred
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-25°C. Protect from frost; bring indoors when temperatures drop below 10°C.
Heavy feeder during growth
75% intensity
Fertilize every two weeks with a balanced, high-potassium liquid feed during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
All parts toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during active growth. Reduce watering in winter to prevent root rot.
Brugmansia versicolor thrives with regular watering, but ensure good drainage to avoid standing water.
Prune to maintain desired shape and size, typically in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove dead or crossing branches. Pinching back new shoots can encourage bushier growth and more flowers.
Remove spent flowers to prolong blooming.
Easily propagated from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in summer. Dip the cut end in rooting hormone and plant in a well-draining potting mix. Keep moist and warm, ideally with bottom heat, to encourage root development.
Seed propagation is also possible but slower.
Repot young plants annually and mature plants every 2-3 years into a slightly larger container. Use a rich, well-draining potting mix. Repot in spring before the onset of active growth.
Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes.
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Where Arborescent Angel's-Tears (Brugmansia versicolor) is found

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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Solanales |
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Genus | Brugmansia |
| Species | Brugmansia versicolor |
Similar in genus Brugmansia
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