Datura metel (Datura metel)
Datura metel, also known as Datura metel, is a fast-growing plant with large, trumpet-shaped flowers, often blooming in summer and fall.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Well-draining, fertile soil. Prefers a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Temperature
Grows best in warm temperatures.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed regularly during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Reduce watering in cooler months.
Well-draining, fertile soil. Prefers a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
Grows best in warm temperatures.
Ideal range is 20-30 °C. Protect from frost.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Feed regularly during the growing season.
Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Pot, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.6-1.5 m
Spread
0.6-1.5 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None in tropical climates, may go dormant in cooler regions
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
10-20 cm
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderSolanales
- familySolanaceae
- genusDatura
- speciesDatura metel
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 9/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 9/5
Edible
No
All parts of the plant are toxic, containing tropane alkaloids like atropine, scopolamine, and hyoscyamine. Ingestion can cause hallucinations, delirium, paralysis, and death. Contact can cause skin irritation.