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largeflower brunfelsia
Scientific Name: Brunfelsia grandiflora
Family: Solanaceae
Category: Dicot
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Brunfelsia grandiflora: Largeflower Brunfelsia
Brunfelsia grandiflora, also known as Largeflower Brunfelsia, is a captivating flowering plant that has garnered attention for its impressive floral displays and color-changing blooms.
Considerations for Pets and Children
- The text indicates that Brunfelsia grandiflora is considered "psychoactive/poisonous." Consult with a veterinarian or other expert before introducing this plant into an environment where pets or children might come into contact with it.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Brunfelsia grandiflora D. Don
- Family: Solanaceae (the nightshade family)
- Common Names: Largeflower Brunfelsia, Yesterday-Today-and-Tomorrow, Chiricsanango
- Synonyms: Brunfelsia chiricaspi
Distribution and Habitat
- Brunfelsia grandiflora is native to South America, mainly ranging from Colombia to Bolivia.
- It is also widely planted in other regions under various common names.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- This plant produces unusually large flowers that exhibit a color transformation.
- The flowers start as a deep lilac color and change over time.
Quirky Facts
- The plant is sometimes called "Yesterday-Today-and-Tomorrow" due to its flowers displaying three different colors simultaneously on the same plant, representing different stages of bloom.
Further Information
- Information about Brunfelsia grandiflora can be found in the Encyclopedia of Life.
- Garden Guides offers information about Brunfelsia, also known as Chiricaspi.
- You may also find information at the Jardim Botânico Rio de Janeiro in Portugus.