The Angels Trumpet Plant
Who in the world does not like the fragrance of flowers? Certainly none. If you are one of those who have a penchant for flowers and their fragrance, then the angels trumpet plant is the perfect thing for you. This plant has a beautiful flower and smells good too. The fragrance of its flowers may even remind you of the Garden of Eden. This plant is more commonly known as the Brugmansia or Datura.
This amazing plant is day shy and opens only after dark. It is only when the sunlight hits it the next morning that it closes again. So if you want to catch a full view of this plant then night is the best time. The angel trumpet is known for its peculiar sweet smell. However this smell is also quite intoxicating because of the toxic nature of the plant.
Like every other plant, this one also has its own requirements for growth. For best results, it is recommended that you cultivate the plant in damp conditions when the days are warm and the night is cool. This plant is not one of the fast grown varieties as its seed can take a while to germinate. However, if you want your plant to grow really well then it is advised that you keep the plant in humid conditions. A word of caution- while planting the seed make sure that you do not touch the seedpods with bare skin because it possesses an extremely dangerous liquid inside.
The angel trumpet can be grown in almost any area given its basic requirements. However the plant is native to Brazil and is usually and more commonly found in Central America, Mexico and even in parts of south- central Florida. If you want to see the plant in full bloom, then make sure it is kept in full sun. This does not mean that the plant will not grow in shaded situation. The plant grows equally well in shaded situations but the flowers will not blossom. For best growth, it is strongly recommended that you water the plant on a regular basis. Nevertheless, the plant can even survive a dry phase. This plant is quite short in height that usually varies from 1.8 to 4.6 meters. It is generally a shrub or a small tree. The leaves of the plant are large and oval shapes. You will also notice that the leaves have a toothed margin. The flowers too are large and beautiful too. In fact it is the flowers of this plant that are the most attractive part. There is more than just one reason for you to choose this trumpet plant. Go for its beautiful smell, or the attractive flowers that are going to be a delight to your garden.
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