Brunfelsia acuminata

Brazilian Lilac

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Fragrant evergreen shrub with color-changing purple-to-white flowers, native to South American rainforests. Popular in subtropical gardens and indoor conservatories for its aroma.
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Plant Details

Common Name Brazilian Lilac
Family Solanaceae
Genus Brunfelsia
Species Acuminata
Origin South America
Blooming Spring to Autumn, flowers fade from purple to white
Leaf Color Dark glossy green
Sunlight Half-shade
Category Indoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-draining loam mixed with peat and perlite for aeration

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growing season; reduce watering in winter; high humidity preferred

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light to full morning sun; protect from scorching afternoon heat indoors

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks from Spring to Autumn only

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Pruning

Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and remove spent blooms

Pest Control Aphid Scale Insect Spider Mite Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 9 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
59° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 85%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
5 – 30
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
350 – 2000
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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