Family: Solanaceae
Author: Lindl.
Bibliography: Edwards’s Bot. Reg. 30(Misc.): 71 (1844)
Year: 1844
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Cestrum
Vegetable: False
Observations: Mexico to Venezuela
Description
Orange Cestrum, known scientifically as Cestrum aurantiacum, is a captivating plant that belongs to the Solanaceae family. First documented by Lindl. in 1844 in Edwards’s Botanical Register, this vibrant species is a native flora found predominantly from Mexico to Venezuela.
The Orange Cestrum thrives predominantly in tropical and subtropical climates, flourishing in regions where it can receive ample sunlight and well-drained soil. It is particularly noted for its bright, tubular flowers, which can range from striking orange to deep yellow. These flowers not only add a splash of color to the wild landscapes but also attract a variety of pollinators such as bees and hummingbirds, playing a significant role in the local ecology.
Beyond its aesthetic appeal, Cestrum aurantiacum has also been recognized for its potential horticultural uses. Gardeners and landscapers favor it for its vibrant blooms and relatively easy maintenance. However, caution is advised as parts of the plant are known to be toxic if ingested, which is a common trait within the Solanaceae family.
Overall, the Orange Cestrum is a plant that embodies the rich biodiversity of its native regions, offering both ecological benefits and ornamental value.
Common Names
Spa: dondiego de noche
Deu: goldgelber hammerstrauch
Eng: orange cestrum, orange jessamine, yellow cestrum
Swe: gul juvelbuske
Afr: oranjesestrum
En: Orange cestrum, Yellow cestrum, Orange jessamine, Orange-flowering jessamine, Orange Flowering-jassamine
Af: Oranjesestrum
Bn: কমলা হাসনুহানা
Zh: 黄花夜香树
Fi: Oranssinuijakukka
De: Goldgelber Hammerstrauch
Pt-br: Coerana
Es: Dondiego de noche
Sv: Gul juvelbuske
Zh-tw: 黃花夜香树
Synonyms
- Cestrum aurantiacum var. warszewiczii ((Klotzsch) Francey)
- Cestrum aurantiacum var. macrocalyx (Francey)
- Cestrum auriculatum (Ruiz & Pav.)
- Cestrum aurantiacum f. warszewiczii ((Klotzsch) Voss)
- Cestrum aurantiacum f. regelii ((John Edwards) Voss)
- Cestrum aurantiacum var. chaculanum ((Loes.) Francey)
- Habrothamnus villosus (Francey)
- Habrothamnus aurantiacus ((Lindl.) Regel)
- Habrothamnus aureus (Warsz. ex Francey)
- Cestrum chaculanum (Loes.)
- Cestrum regelii (Planch.)
- Cestrum pedunculare (Pav. ex Dunal)
- Cestrum paucinervium (Francey)
- Cestrum warszewiczii (Klotzsch)
- Cestrum aurantiacum f. flavum (Francey)
Distribution
- Costa Rica (native)
- El Salvador (native)
- Guatemala (native)
- Honduras (native)
- Mexico Central (native)
- Mexico Gulf (native)
- Mexico Northeast (native)
- Mexico Southeast (native)
- Mexico Southwest (native)
- Nicaragua (native)
- Panamá (native)
- Venezuela (native)
- Bangladesh (introduced)
- Cape Provinces (introduced)
- China Southeast (introduced)
- East Himalaya (introduced)
- Hawaii (introduced)
- Jawa (introduced)
- Kenya (introduced)
- KwaZulu-Natal (introduced)
- Mauritius (introduced)
- Mozambique (introduced)
- New South Wales (introduced)
- New Zealand North (introduced)
- Northern Provinces (introduced)
- Queensland (introduced)
- Réunion (introduced)
- Swaziland (introduced)
- Tanzania (introduced)
- West Himalaya (introduced)
- Zambia (introduced)
- Zimbabwe (introduced)
Additional Images
Flower
Taken Nov 17, 2008 by Tela Botanica − Yoan MARTIN (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jun 21, 2021 by Kiti (cc-by-sa)
Taken Oct 20, 2022 by Zaira Callisto (cc-by-sa)
Taken May 5, 2021 by Alvaro Delgado (cc-by-sa)
Taken Nov 26, 2021 by Sylvain Perez (cc-by-sa)
Bark
Taken Oct 31, 2020 by Maarten Vanhove (cc-by-sa)
Taken Mar 3, 2020 by couloubrier domaine (cc-by-sa)
Leaf
Taken Nov 25, 2019 by Parc Chantore (cc-by-sa)
Taken Oct 1, 2022 by caven (cc-by-sa)
Taken Apr 6, 2020 by memegege (cc-by-sa)
Taken Aug 25, 2021 by Alix ADENET (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jul 25, 2019 by Vannessa Pellatt (cc-by-sa)
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© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
Habit
Taken Jan 12, 2022 by Dan Maxwell (cc-by-sa)
Taken Jan 17, 2022 by Ball Darren (cc-by-sa)
Taken Apr 20, 2020 by couloubrier domaine (cc-by-sa)
Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/2928790)
- POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:814910-1)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Cestrum aurantiacum Lindl.)
Specifications
Growth habit>: Tree, Shrub, Vine