Datura
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Datura wrightii
Common Names: Datura, Jimsonweed, Western Jimsonweed, Thorn-Apple, Angel Trumpet, Sacred Datura
Datura is a lovely branching plant that showcases beautiful, large, white flowers shaped like trumpets that bloom in the morning and the evening, filling the air with a delightful fragrance. While the wilted blooms in the afternoon can seem a bit unappealing, they truly steal the spotlight at dawn and dusk.
However, it’s important to remember that all parts of this plant are highly toxic and should be handled with care. Extracts from Datura and its relatives can be narcotic and potentially dangerous if consumed. The narcotic effects of these plants have been recognized by Indigenous Peoples since time immemorial.
Nectar Source: The Carolina Sphinx Moth is the primary pollinator for Datura, since few other species can access its nectar
Larval Host: Carolina Sphinx Moth (Manduca sexta)
Height: 4’-5'
Spread: 4’-5'
Bloom: April - October
Light: Full Sun - Part Shade
Water: Low
Zone: 9 - 11
Origin: Texas, North America
Spring Shipping:
Orders are shipped within 7-10 business days. We will email you if there are expected delays.
When you order plants from our nursery, you can expect them to arrive in the best possible condition. Our team carefully packs each order using sturdy, biodegradable packaging materials.
Your plants' appearance may vary depending on the season and their current growth stage. We may cut back the leafy growth of some plants to prepare them for shipment and transplanting.
5 Gallon and Up: Any plant purchased to ship over 5 Gallons will be shipped bare root. This means we will remove the plant from its original pot, remove the soil surrounding the roots, and wrap the roots with a biodegradable plastic bag. This reduces weight and the likelihood of damage during shipping.
Once your plants arrive, it is essential to plant them as soon as possible. This will help them rebound and thrive. If you cannot plant immediately, water regularly and keep the roots off heat-conducting surfaces.
Newly transplanted plants often require more water until their roots are well established. Plan to water them 1-3 times weekly for the first few months.
