Brugmansia vulcanicola, considered the rarest Brugmansia, comes from the cool mountains of Colombia, where it is scarce.  The plant shown here was said to be the true species, but i am offering it as a hybrid, due to some uncertainly about its parentage (more on this below).  Because of its highland origins, the plant isn't suitable for warm climates.  If you can provide the right conditions, it's an easy and very beautiful plant for the collector.  It might not be available elsewhere on the internet.

 This plant was collected near La Cocha Lake in Colombia by the late Brugmansia researcher Tommie Lockwood, who labeled it Brugmansia vulcanicola.  Some feel that it may be a naturally-occurring hybrid of Brugmansia vulcanicola and B. sanguinea.  The plant grows to about 12 to 14 feet tall here in San Francisco.  The blooms appear in waves throughout much of the year.  Each flower is 6 to 9" long, with pin-striping down the length of the corolla.  The color is a delicate shade of salmon or orangey-pink - truly exquisite.  The flowers often last for up to a week on the tree.  The plant is not self-fertile, but it can cross-breed with Brugmansia sanguinea, B. arborea, and B. x flava.

This Brugmansia does best with temperatures under 80 degrees, with cool nights.  I don't recommend it for warmer areas like Florida, except in an air-conditioned greenhouse.  It can probably survive a few degrees of frost, but i recommend protecting it from freezing temperatures.  It grows best in partly-sunny conditions, with some protection from strong afternoon sun.  Like other Brugmansias, it enjoys moist, well-draining soil, regular feeding, and some humidity.

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