Scientific name:
Allamanda cathartica
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German name:
Goldtrompete
Filipino name:
Kampanilya
Family:
Apocynaceae
Native range:
Native to tropical South and Central America, including Brazil, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, Suriname, and parts of the Caribbean. Widely cultivated and naturalized throughout tropical regions worldwide, including the Philippines.
Description:
Allamanda cathartica is a vigorous evergreen tropical shrub or climber known for its large golden-yellow trumpet-shaped flowers. In warm climates it can grow several meters tall and may be trained as a shrub, hedge, or climbing plant. The glossy dark green leaves are usually arranged in whorls, creating a dense ornamental appearance. Flowering can occur throughout much of the year in tropical regions. The plant produces a white milky sap and is widely grown as an ornamental in gardens, parks, and along roadsides.
Water:
Moderate. Water regularly during establishment. Once established, the plant tolerates short periods of drought but performs best with regular watering.
Sunlight:
Full sun. Best flowering occurs with at least six hours of direct sunlight daily.
Propagation:
Seeds, stem cuttings, and air layering.
Edibility:
Not edible. All parts of the plant contain a milky sap and are considered poisonous if ingested.
Usage:
– Ornamental flower
Acquired:
Bought this plant from Lazada in May 2026 at the Clovergreen Plants shop for 149 PHP.
History:
– 2026-06-09: Height 40 cm. Planted in a 10 liter pot.
Current status:
It received the repotting very well.
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