Sacred Datura

Sacred datura is a mounding annual flower native to central and south America. It is a striking plant because of its large, triangular fuzzy leaves and huge trumpet-shaped white flowers. Once the flowers are pollinated, the create an interesting large spiny seed pod.

Its sap is toxic to humans and animals, but has not been a problem at the Water Wise Demonstration Garden.

 

Sacred Datura

Sacred datura is a mounding annual flower native to central and south America. It is a striking plant because of its large, triangular fuzzy leaves and huge trumpet-shaped white flowers. Once the flowers are pollinated, the create an interesting large spiny seed pod.

Its sap is toxic to humans and animals, but has not been a problem at the Water Wise Demonstration Garden.

 

Plant details
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Botanic Name

Datura inoxia

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Pronunciation

duh-TOO-ruh in-OKS-see-uh

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Mature Height

2 ft to 3 ft

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Mature Spread

2 ft to 3 ft.

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Water usage
Water Usage

One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.

Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.

Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.

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Flower Color

white

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Bloom time

summer

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Colorado Native

No

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Natural Habitat

central and south America

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Light Requirements

sun

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Cold Hardiness

USDA zones 8-11

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Elevation Limit

NA

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