Sacred Datura

Pricklyburr, Sacred Datura, Toloache, Moonvine

Datura inoxia Mill.

Solanaceae (Nightshade Family)

▲ mature flowering plant

▲ flowers and leaves

Sacred datura, toloache, pricklyburr or moonvine:

  • has larger, more hairy leaves than similar jimsonweed
  • hairy stems
  • has larger flowers that open at night and are often quite fragrant
  • fruit is similar
  • usually not a serious weed problem

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