Brunfelsia latifolia, commonly known as Yesterday-Today-and-Tomorrow, is a tropical, ornamental flowering shrub known for its uniquely changing flower colors and delightful fragrance.
🌿 Botanical Description of Brunfelsia latifolia:
Common Names: Yesterday-Today-and-Tomorrow, Kiss Me Quick, Morning-Noon-and-Night
Scientific Name: Brunfelsia latifolia
Family: Solanaceae (Nightshade family)
Origin: Native to Brazil
🌱 Plant Characteristics:
Type: Evergreen shrub or small tree
Height & Spread: Grows 3–10 feet (1–3 meters) tall and wide
Leaves:
Broad, oval to elliptical
Glossy, dark green, 2–6 inches (5–15 cm) long
Leathery texture with prominent veins
🌼 Flowers:
Color-Changing: Flowers bloom purple, fade to lavender, then turn white—giving the plant its "Yesterday-Today-and-Tomorrow" name
Shape: Tubular with five rounded lobes
Size: About 2 inches (5 cm) across
Fragrance: Sweet and strong, especially at night
Blooming Season: Spring to summer; in warmer climates, may bloom sporadically year-round
🌰 Fruit:
Small, capsule-like fruit (rarely seen in cultivated plants)
🌤️ Growing Requirements:
Light: Partial shade to full sun (prefers filtered sunlight)
Soil: Rich, well-drained, slightly acidic soil
Watering: Regular watering, especially in dry seasons; avoid soggy soil
Temperature: Prefers warm climates (USDA zones 9–12); sensitive to frost
Humidity: Thrives in humid environments
⚠️ Toxicity:
All parts of the plant, especially berries and roots, are toxic if ingested—keep away from pets and children.
🌟 Landscape Use:
Ornamental shrub for gardens, hedges, or containers
Ideal for fragrant gardens or tropical-themed landscapes
REC: After getting (( VERY VERY IMPORTANT )) the plants, AVOID exposing them to direct sunlight as it can cause leaf BURN. AVOID overwatering your plants. The primary reason for outdoor plant demise is excessive watering.
Planting: Excavate a hole double the size in width and depth compared to the polybag that contains your plant. Fill it up, blending compost with the topsoil. Insert the plant into the newly loosened soil. It is essential to water both Rare Live Plant & Regular (Morning 300ml).
NOTE 1: The plant may appear dry due to transportation time.greenery nursery However, the plant is still healthy because it is an outdoor plant. Place it back in the soil, apply the included fertilizer, water it, and monitor it for a week. It will restore its freshness.
Note 2: image is for reference only. Appearance of actual product may vary based on factors such as climate, age, and height.
✅ Easy To Grow
✅Hybrid Varient
✅Suitable for Indian Climate
✅best plant for garden.
✅Safe and Good Packaging
✅Easy Grow in pot