Flame vine
Common name
Orange trumpetvine
Botanical name
Pyrostegia venusta
Details
Endemic to Brazil, but nowadays a well-known garden species. Stunning climber produces massive of brilliant orange flame blooms in winter till early spring. For best results train up a trellis, pergola or wall. Protect from frost when young.
Forest layer
vertical
Diameter
4.00
Height (m)
4
Flowers
Orange
Evergreen
Frost sensitive
Perennial
Shade / Sun
Full sun to part shade
Soil type
Free-draining soil rich in organic matter