Also known as Borrachero · Culebra · Golden Angel's-Trumpet
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Golden Angel's Trumpet (Brugmansia aurea) is a striking shrub or small tree known for its large, fragrant, golden-yellow trumpet-shaped flowers that bloom in summer and a
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 for best flowering, but can tolerate some shade.
Regularly during growing season
75% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, but not soggy.
Well-draining, fertile loam
50% intensity
Warm conditions
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-25°C. Protect from frost; bring indoors if temperatures drop below 10°C.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Frequent during growing season
75% intensity
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks from spring to fall.
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 of the plant are toxic, containing tropane alkaloids.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Golden Angel's Trumpets are thirsty plants, especially in warm weather. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot.
Reduce watering slightly in cooler months, but never allow the soil to dry out completely.
Prune in early spring before new growth begins to shape the plant and remove any dead or damaged branches. Pinching back young stems can encourage a bushier habit.
Remove spent flowers to promote continuous blooming throughout the season.
Propagate from semi-hardwood cuttings taken in spring or summer. Dip cuttings in rooting hormone and plant in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep warm and humid, with bright indirect light, until roots develop.
This typically takes several weeks.
Repot young plants annually in spring into a slightly larger container. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years. Use a well-draining potting mix.
Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes to prevent water accumulation around the roots.
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Where Golden Angel's Trumpet (Brugmansia aurea) 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 aurea |
Similar in genus Brugmansia
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