Eriolarynx australis, called mini angel's trumpet or blue angel's trumpet, is a species of flowering plant in the genus Eriolarynx, native to Bolivia and northwest Argentina. It is widely listed in the horticultural literature under the synonym Iochroma australe. It has gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit.It is a compact shrub to 2.5 m (8.2 ft) tall and broad, with downy leaves and pale violet-blue trumpet-shaped pendent blooms in summer. It is hardy in mild regions, otherwise must be grown under glass. It needs a sheltered position in full sun.The Latin specific epithet australis means "southern".
Mini angel's trumpet has good disease resistance and is generally not susceptible to illnesses. In terms of care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors, it needs little watering and larger specimens usually don't require pruning. However, smaller ones should be trimmed after they finish blooming. Mini angel's trumpet is suitable for anyone with outdoor space, such as a garden or a deck, and does not demand extensive plant-care experience.
How to keep Iochroma Australe.
Light
Mini angel's trumpet is native to open habitats like sunny meadows and forest edges that offer plenty of light. It does best in full sun but can also tolerate partial sun, adapting well to different light conditions.
Humidity
This plant will thrive in moderate humidity, which is probably the level in your home. However, misting it a few times a week can be very beneficial. Make sure the room has good ventilation.
Temperature
Mini angel's trumpet adapts well to temperature, tolerating higher heat and wider temperature fluctuations. In hot conditions, you should monitor watering and provide suitable shading to avoid sunburn. Conversely, Mini angel's trumpet is less tolerant of cold. It can endure mild cold, but very low temperatures may cause frost damage.
Fertilizer
The timing of fertilization is important for Mini angel's trumpet. Apply fertilizer in early spring and continue once a month until early summer. Fertilizer encourages attractive blooms and supplies energy during both dormant and active growth periods.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Shrub
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Iochroma
- Family
- Solanaceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 9-11
- Mature Height
- 3.05 m
- Mature Spread
- 2.13 m
- Leaf Color
- Forest Green
- Leaf Type
- Deciduous
- Flower Color
- Purple
- Flower Size
- 5.08 cm to 6.35 cm
- Bloom Time
- All year round
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- All year round
Other names.
