Cestrum aurantiacum (Yellow Cestrum)

Cestrum aurantiacum (Yellow Cestrum) orange flower clusters in a close up view on green leaves
Cestrum aurantiacum (Yellow Cestrum) cluster of tubular orange flowers among deep green foliage.
Cestrum aurantiacum

Botanical names: Cestrum aurantiacum, Cestrum chaculanum, Cestrum paucinervium

Common name: Yellow Cestrum

Family: Solanaceae

Origin: Costa Rica to Guatemala

USDA Zone: 8-11

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
Yellow, orange flowersFlower color: Yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Irritating plantIrritating or toxic: Irritating
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

Yellow Cestrum. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. The bright yellow flowers in late spring-early summer are followed by white berries. It often starts blooming again in the fall.

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