Golden trumpet tree

Handroanthus chrysotrichus

Family: BignoniaceaeZones: 10A to 11 per UF/IFAS

Pet & Human Safety

People: Not researchedPets: Not on the ASPCA lists as we read them

Hazardous parts

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Preparation

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Hazard type

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Hazard route

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How complete this information is

We have not researched the safety of this plant yet.

Toxic to pets

No ASPCA entry found.

No pet safety source names this tree, so we cannot call it safe or toxic. Keep pets from chewing on it.

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Poison control

If someone has collapsed, cannot be woken, is having a seizure or has trouble breathing, call 911 now. For any other possible poisoning, call Poison Help: 1-800-222-1222.

Emergency number source: U.S. federal law (47 U.S.C. § 251(e)(3)), read 2026-10-07.

Naturalist Lore

Historical Background & Breeding Lore

The history of this plant and its name, and how it was bred, where we have them.

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Care

Hardiness zones: USDA 10A to 11 per UF/IFAS
Water needs: moderate
Mature size: 25 to 35 ft tall and 25 to 35 ft wide; can reach 50 ft but is rarely seen above about 30 ft
Where it comes from: Brazil and northeast Argentina; UF/IFAS also calls it a native of tropical America.

Soil & Drainage

Pruning & Flush Rhythm

Feeding Schedule

How to prepare the soil, when and what to feed, and how and when to prune where that applies.

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