Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree)

Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) yellow flower on a woody tree branch close up
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) yellow flower clusters scattered across thin woody tree branches

Botanical name: Brunfelsia densifolia

Common name: Serpentine Hill rain tree

Family: Solanaceae

Origin: Puerto Rico

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
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular; moderate
White, off-white flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: White and off-white; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant

Brunfelsia densifolia grows in USDA Zone 9-11 and can reach a mature height of 5-10 ft. Once established, it requires very little water and can tolerate periods of drought. When watering, they should be kept on the dry side as they don't appreciate being over-watered. It can survive short periods of cold as low as the 30s F for a short time, making it a very cold hardy plant.

Brunfelsia densifolia has very attractive, fragrant white or off-white flowers that alternate with yellow or orange flowers from year to year. This plant is relatively easy to care for and grows best in full sun to semi-shade. In cold regions, the plant is best grown in a container and brought in over winter to prevent leaf damage from cold. When caring for Brunfelsia densifolia in container, water regularly but maintain a soil that drains well. Feed your serpentine hill rain tree with a balanced fertilizer formula every two months during the growing season and once a year in winter. Prune any damaged branches in the spring, and deadhead spent flowers to encourage new bloom.

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Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) yellow flower plant with narrow green leaves
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) with slender yellow flower stems and deep green foliage.
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) yellow flower on branch close up in sunlight
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) yellow flower with long thin stems and narrow green leaves.
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) green plant with yellow flower scattered across thin branches.
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) with slender branches covered in narrow green foliage and flowers.
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) yellow flower close up with narrow green leaves
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) yellow flower hangs among wet narrow green foliage
Brunfelsia densifolia with yellow flower close up nestled among dense dark green leaves
Brunfelsia densifolia flower blooming on stems surrounded by narrow deep green leaves
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) plant with small yellow flowers and green thin leaves.
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) carries multiple yellow flowers amid long, thin green leaves.
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) yellow flower on a green plant branch
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) with small yellow flowers amidst thin green leaves.
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) green plant with small yellow flower branches.
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) branches filled with numerous yellow flower buds.
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) plant with small yellow flowers on thin branches.
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) with slender branches covered in small yellow flower clusters.
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) green fruit and narrow dark green leaves close up
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) round green fruit suspended among slender dark green foliage segments
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) yellow flower on green branch close up
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) with small yellow flower clusters and green leaves.
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) yellow flower on green narrow leaf plant branch
Brunfelsia densifolia (Serpentine Hill rain tree) with slender green foliage and delicate yellow and white flower


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