What is Brunfelsia?

Brunfelsia is a genus of flowering plants and shrubs originally from the tropics and subtropical regions of South and Central America. At least one species, b. Pauciflora , is grown in growing in gardens around the world. Gardeners who are interested in growing Brunfelsia can find seedlings in shops and kindergartens for gardening and can also spread from cuttings acquired with the permission of other gardeners. Cuts easily roots in a greenhouse environment and can be an excellent way to spread a number of plants quickly. When flowers first appear, they are rich purple colors, gradually disappear to pale purple and then white over time. Dense clusters of flowers are usually highly aromatic and in a warm climate. And Brunfelsia will bloom throughout the summer months and provide fragrances and visual interest.

Tytoroslins are originally from forest habitats and prefer a partial filtered shadow. People who grow them in hot, dry climate, with long, clear days should look for SHAdhero areas, while people in colder climate with less strong light can try to grow brunfelsia in full sun. In general, these plants will grow in the USA zones in the US (USDA) Eight to 11 and some people have success in a colder climate by bringing them inside in the cold months, even if they lose their leaves in winter.

also known as morning and night and night, yesterday-today-and-tomorrow, and Brazil Raintree, this plant can reach almost nine feet (three meters) when it is mature. Gardeners should trim the plant to keep it compact and prevent it from becoming leggings, a common problem for neglected plants. Brunfelsia can make excellent planting samples in Garden or can be used as a planting of the foundation, planting in the background, or the base for a low hedge.

gardeners should be careful with brunfelsia . AllParts of these plants contain dangerous alkaloids that can be toxic when ingested. Dogs and children are often interested in a rich smell and can try to eat flowers and seeds, potentially very ill. People may want to consider avoiding this plant or growing it in a secure area of ​​the garden where young people and animals will not be able to achieve it if they are tempted. If parts of the plant are used by humans or animals, rapid medical treatment is needed and a person providing care should be said that the patient has taken brunfelsia and that it is an alkaloid toxin.