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flaming trumpet
Scientific Name: Collomia rawsoniana
Family: Polemoniaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual, Perennial
Other Names:
Flaming Trumpet: A Fiery Bloom
The name "Flaming Trumpet" can refer to several different plants, known for their vibrant, trumpet-shaped flowers. This article will focus on Pyrostegia venusta, also known as the Flame Vine.
Common Names
- Flaming Trumpet
- Golden Shower
- Orange Trumpet Creeper
- Orange Trumpet Vine
- Flame Vine
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Pyrostegia venusta
- Family: Bignoniaceae
- Synonym: Pyrostegia ignea (mentioned as synonymous with Flame Vine)
Distribution and Habitat
- The Orange Trumpet Creeper (Pyrostegia venusta) is native to South America.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Pyrostegia venusta is a vigorous, fast-growing, evergreen woody vine.
- It blooms in winter and spring with spectacular reddish-orange flowers.
- It can climb over anything in its path - shrubs, trees, and even houses.
- Mature vines can reach up to 30 feet long.
- The plant can climb aggressively and may require pruning or support.
Further Information
- Flowers of India: http://www.flowersofindia.net/catalog/slides/pyrostegia.html
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