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 Xeriscape Demonstration Garden.
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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 Xeriscape Demonstration Garden.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Datura inoxia
Pronunciation
duh-TOO-ruh in-OKS-see-uh
Mature Height
2 ft to 3 ft
Mature Spread
2 ft to 3 ft.
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.
Flower Color
white
Bloom time
summer
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
central and south America
Light Requirements
sun
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 8-11
Elevation Limit
NA
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