Angel's Trumpets (Acleisanthes Longiflora) is a perennial herb in the Nyctaginaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Acleisanthes longiflora, commonly known as Angel's trumpets, is a perennial herb with highly branched stems that spread on the ground or sprawl over shrubs, bearing erect white flowers resembling miniature trumpets in leaf axils.

Angel's Trumpets

Angel's Trumpets

Acleisanthes Longiflora

Acleisanthes longiflora, commonly known as Angel's trumpets, is a perennial herb with highly branched stems that spread on the ground or sprawl over shrubs, bearing erect white flowers resembling miniature trumpets in leaf axils.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Angel's Trumpets

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Nyctaginaceae
Genus:Acleisanthes