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pricklyburr

Scientific Name: Datura inoxia

Family: Solanaceae

Category: Dicot

Growth: Forb/herb, Shrub

Duration: Annual, Perennial

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Datura inoxia: Pricklyburr and More

Datura inoxia, commonly known as Pricklyburr, is an intriguing plant with a rich history and a variety of names.

Considerations for Pets

  • The plant produces prickly fruits, which might pose a physical hazard if ingested or if they become attached to an animal's fur.

Considerations for Children

  • The plant produces prickly fruits, which might pose a physical hazard if handled.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Datura inoxia Mill.
  • Family: Solanaceae (Nightshade family)
  • Common Names: Pricklyburr, Devil's Trumpet, Downy Thornapple, Sacred Datura, Thorn-apple, Angel's trumpet, Indian apple.
  • Synonyms: D inoxia, Datura meteloides.

Morphology and Growth Habits

  • Datura inoxia is an annual plant, typically growing to around 1 meter (3ft 3in) in height.
  • It features trumpet-shaped flowers that can reach up to 25 centimeters (10 inches) in length.
  • The flowers are hermaphrodite, containing both male and female reproductive organs.

Distribution and Habitat

  • Hardy to zone (UK) 9 and frost tender.