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Scientific Name: Sarracenia alata

Family: Sarraceniaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Subshrub, Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

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Angel's Trumpet (Brugmansia)

Angel's Trumpet, scientifically known as Brugmansia, is a captivating flowering plant admired for its large, pendulous, and fragrant flowers. Often found in shades of white, yellow, pink, orange, green, or red, these trumpet-shaped blooms add a touch of tropical beauty to gardens and landscapes.

Considerations for Pets

  • Brugmansia are woody trees or shrubs.
  • The plant produces large, fragrant flowers.

Considerations for Children

  • Brugmansia are woody trees or shrubs.
  • The plant produces large, fragrant flowers.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Brugmansia
  • Common Name: Angel's Trumpet
  • Family: Solanaceae
  • The genus comprises seven species of flowering plants.
  • One specific species mentioned is Brugmansia candida, noted for its white flowers.

Morphology and Growth

  • Brugmansia are woody trees or shrubs.
  • The plant grows upright stems from which the trumpet-shape flowers dangle.
  • Leaves should be vibrant, dark green.
  • Angel's Trumpets can rapidly grow, forming three-foot plants quickly.

Habitat and Growing Conditions

  • The plant thrives in moist, well-drained soil.

Ecological Role

  • Mention of threats including the loss or degradation of wetland habitat, often through conversion for cultivation.