Cestrum aurantiacum (Yellow Cestrum) - Video 1

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
Cestrum aurantiacum


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Cestrum aurantiacum (Yellow Cestrum) orange flower clusters in a close up view on green leaves

Yellow Cestrum - great butterfly attractor. Surprisingly cold hardy, this plant got no damage in our garden at 25F with no protection.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot
9 plants in stock
$29.95