Sacred Datura

Datura innoxia, Solanaceae

Zones

7–11

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Annual

Growth

Fast

Guild Roles

ProducerPollinator AttractorPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6.5 – 8

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Spider FlowerCleome hassleriana

Trap CropPest Deterrent

Bladder SaltbushAtriplex vesicaria

Nurse PlantWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Japanese ButterburPetasites japonicus

Japanese Butterbur's aggressive spreading may compete with Sacred Datura for root space and resources

Wild Passion VinePassiflora foetida

Sacred Datura and Wild Passion Vine may compete for light and space, with potential allelopathic effects

Yerba BuenaClinopodium douglasii

Datura species release tropane alkaloids and other compounds that inhibit germination and growth of many plants including mint family members

Cat's WhiskersOrthosiphon aristatus

Datura alkaloids can inhibit growth of other Lamiaceae family members through soil contamination

Chaparral SageLepechinia hastata

Sacred Datura's tropane alkaloids are toxic to many plants including sage family members

Spotted WintergreenChimaphila maculata

Datura alkaloids are particularly toxic to sensitive woodland plants like Spotted Wintergreen

Uses

Functions

Traditional MedicineSacred CeremoniesNight Pollinator AttractionPest Management

Medicinal Uses

External Pain ReliefAnti-Inflammatory TopicalRespiratory ConditionsCeremonial Use

Common Questions

What zones does Sacred Datura grow in?

Sacred Datura grows in USDA hardiness zones 7 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Sacred Datura?

Good companions for Sacred Datura include Spider Flower, Bladder Saltbush.

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