Datura sp. (Thorn Apple)

Datura sp. (Thorn Apple) white flower close up with soft purple edges on thin petals.
Datura sp. (Thorn Apple) white flower with soft purple edges emerging from lush green foliage.

Botanical name: Datura sp.

Common names: Thorn Apple, Angel's Trumpet

Family: Solanaceae

USDA Zone: 9-11

Cold tolerance: 30°F

Large shrub 5-10 ft tallPlant form: Large bush
Plant mature sizeMature height: 5-10 ft
Semi-shadeSun exposure: Semi-shade
Subtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short timeCold tolerance: Tolerates light freezing to about 30°F for short periods (mature plants). Young plants must be protected.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
Pink flowersWhite, off-white flowersBlue, lavender, purple flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: Pink; white and off-white; blue, lavender, purple; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Toxic or PoisonousIrritating or toxic: Toxic plant/plant part
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

Datura species are herbaceous, leafy annuals and short-lived perennials which can reach up to 2 m in height. The leaves are alternate, 10-20 cm long and 5-18 cm broad, with a lobed or toothed margin. The flowers are erect or spreading (not pendulous like those of Brugmansia), trumpet-shaped, 5-20 cm long and 4-12 cm broad at the mouth; colors vary from white to yellow, pink, and pale purple.

Cultivars: Datura sp. (Thorn Apple)

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