Datura quercifolia (Solanaceae)

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Datura quercifolia
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The Datura quercifolia plant species is found in Southwestern N. America - Arizona to Mexico. It is a member of the Solanaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Datura quercifolia
Family:  Solanaceae
Author:  HBK.

Known Hazards:  All members of this genus contain narcotics and are very poisonous, even in small doses[200].

Mature Height:  1.5   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Roadsides, 1200 - 1800 metres in Arizona.

Propagation Notes: Sow the seed in individual pots in early spring in a greenhouse[200]. Put 3 or 4 seeds in each pot and thin if necessary to the best plant. The seed usually germinates in 3 - 6 weeks at 15°c. Plant out in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts. Especially in areas with hot summers, it is worthwhile trying a sowing outdoors in situ in mid to late spring.

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