Golden Trumpet, Allamanda
Allamanda Cathartica
Overview
The Allamanda cathartica, commonly known as the Golden Trumpet, is a vibrant, evergreen climber. It showcases glossy leaves and stunning trumpet-shaped, golden-yellow flowers measuring up to 5 inches in diameter. Thriving in USDA zones 9-11, it prefers full sun and well-draining soil, reaching heights of 15-20 feet. Regular pruning maintains shape, and caution is advised as sap may cause skin irritation. Adds a lush, tropical flair to any landscape.
Sun FullWater MediumZones 10–10Type Shrub, VineClimate Subtropical
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 10–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Shrub, Vine
- Family
- Apocynaceae
- Climate
- Subtropical
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