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Datura metel, Purple Horn-of-Plenty, Jimpson Weed, Devils Weed. Double Purple
Double Purple

Datura metel

Purple Horn-of-Plenty, Jimpson Weed, Devils Weed
Family: Solanaceae
Origin: Southern China
USDA Zone: 9-10?
USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeShadeFull sunModerate waterRegular waterYellow, orange flowersBlue, lavender, purple flowersWhite, off-white flowersPink flowersPoisonous or toxicPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsEthnomedical plant.
Plants marked as ethnomedical and/or described as medicinal, are not offered as medicine but rather as ornamentals or plant collectibles.
Ethnomedical statements / products have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. We urge all customers to consult a physician before using any supplements, herbals or medicines advertised here or elsewhere.Fragrant plantSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Spectacular bloom and fragrance, not only boasts double trumpets of a unique mottled purple shade but also gives fragrance from spring through fall. Grows to 2-3' in container, blooms in spring, summer and fall. The plant has many medicinal uses.

Cultivars:

Cornucopea

Double Golden Queen

Double Purple

Double / Triple Whit

Double Yellow

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Datura Golden Queen double - seeds

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Datura metel Purple - seeds

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Datura Purple Queen double - seeds

Variety with big double blooms releasing a wonderful...  more
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Datura Metel - Horn-of-Plenty

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This item is certified for shipping to California.
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot