Datura

white flowers blooming against dark green leaves
Datura. NPS.

Quick Facts
Height: 2–4 ft.

Leaf Length: 2–5 in.

Flower Diameter: Up to 10 in.

Also known as jimsonweed and toloache weed

Did You Know?
The seeds of the datura plant are poisonous, but American Indian tribes used the plant's roots to make a mixture that they would use for medicinal and spiritual purposes.

Last updated: May 13, 2021