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golden trumpet
Scientific Name: Allamanda cathartica
Family: Apocynaceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Vine
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Allamanda cathartica: Golden Trumpet
Allamanda cathartica, commonly known as golden trumpet, common trumpetvine, or yellow allamanda, is a flowering plant prized for its vibrant blooms and lush foliage.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant is often grown as a climbing vine.
Considerations for Children
- The plant is commonly seen in gardens and as a houseplant.
Nomenclature and Taxonomy
- Scientific Name: Allamanda cathartica
- Common Names: Golden trumpet, common trumpetvine, yellow allamanda
- Genus: Allamanda
- Mentioned with the name: Golden Trumpet 'Golden Butterfly'
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to Brazil.
- Commonly found as a landscape ornamental in tropical locations.
Ecological Role
- Can regenerate from dumped garden waste and invade.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Features clusters of striking golden-yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers.
- The flowers contrast with shiny dark green leaves, creating a lush appearance.
- Primarily grown as a climbing vine, but may also be grown as a small tree.
- Can be seen as a small, 15- to 25-foot-tall tree but can reach 50 feet, with a rounded form.
Further Information
- Royal Horticultural Society (RHS).
- Dave's Garden.