Common Names
Jimson Weed, Jamestown Weed, Thorn Apple, Devil's Apple, Angel Trumpets, Moon Flower, Toloache

Botanical Name
Datura stramonium

Plant Family
Solanaceae (Nightshade Family)

Native Range
Central and South America

Life Cycle
Annual

Hardiness Zone
2-11

Habit
Bushy plant to 3ft tall. Impressive white trumpet shaped flowers are followed by large egg-shaped seed capsules covered with numerous sharp spines. 

Sun/Soil
Full sun, well-drained soil.

Germination/Sowing
The seeds germinate easily and can be sown indoors in flats and transplanted out once all danger of frost has passed.

Growing/Care
Easy to grow. Plants are most impressive when given regular water and good garden soil. Will self seed and potentially become weedy unless deadheaded to prevent seed formation.

Harvesting
N/A

Culinary Uses
Not for internal use.

Medicinal Uses
Antispasmodic, anodyne, sedative and narcotic. Can be applied topically to ease rheumatic pain. All plant parts are toxic in small or large doses. 

Themes
Drought Tolerant, Apothecary Garden, Deer Resistant.