Fierce Thorn-Apple (Datura ferox)
Datura ferox, the Fierce Thorn-Apple, is a highly toxic annual herb with large, spiny seed capsules and trumpet-shaped flowers.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Soil
Prefers well-draining, fertile soil. Amend heavy clay soils with compost for better drainage.
Temperature
Grows best in warm temperatures between 18-25 °C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Reduce watering in cooler temperatures.
Prefers well-draining, fertile soil. Amend heavy clay soils with compost for better drainage.
Grows best in warm temperatures between 18-25 °C.
Protect from frost.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during the growing season.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Annuals
Plant Height
0.5-1.5 m
Spread
0.5-1 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
10-15 cm
Weed Status
Yes
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderSolanales
- familySolanaceae
- genusDatura
- speciesDatura ferox
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 9/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 9/5
Edible
No