Brunfelsia pilosa (Manaca root)

Brunfelsia pilosa (Manaca root) lavender flower close up with soft rounded petals and green leaves.
Brunfelsia pilosa (Manaca root) lavender flower with rounded petals nestled among deep green foliage.

Botanical name: Brunfelsia pilosa

Common name: Manaca root

Family: Solanaceae

Origin: Amazon

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-11

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallPlant form: Large bush
Plant mature sizeMature height: 5-10 ft
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Blue, lavender, purple flowersFlower color: Blue, lavender, purple
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Toxic or PoisonousIrritating or toxic: Toxic plant/plant part
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
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This Brunfelsia grows to almost 10 feet tall and are heavily branched. They have long leaves and form flat, five-leaved violet flowers. One of the easiest and most vigorous Brunfelsia species. New growth is characterized by fine hairs and a purple tint. Flowers are a rich purple. Very showy and cold hardy. Sometimes used as an admixture in Ayahuasca brews. The root also has a reputation as an aphrodesiac.

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Brunfelsia pilosa (Manaca root) with light purple flower and dark green leaves close up
Brunfelsia pilosa (Manaca root) displays light purple flower among thick, dark green, oval-shaped leaves.
Brunfelsia pilosa (Manaca root) purple flower close up on green foliage background during day
Brunfelsia pilosa (Manaca root) purple flower centered among simple oval shaped deep green leaves nearby.
Brunfelsia pilosa (Manaca root) lavender flowers with rounded petals and green leaves close up
Brunfelsia pilosa (Manaca root) lavender flowers nestled among pointed dark green foliage in sunlight.


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