Introduction
Brugmansia and Datura
"Breathtaking, awesome and even fantastic" are the remarks we have heard from folks that have toured our gardens and seen
our remarkable plants. But to this day there is confusion over these plants that at one time were classified under the same genus
of Datura. In the 1970's, each Brugmansia and Datura were given their own genus and it's has been a task to educate folks to the
differences, especially in European countries where they are still being called Datura today.
Brugmansia, orininally-commonly known as Angel's Trumpet, are the tree/shrub forms that can be traced back to the Inuit
American Indians. These can be found all the way south into the mountains of South America. It has the downward facing bell
shaped flowers, hence the name of Angel Trumpets. Their seedspods can range from a round to an elongated shape like a bean
pod, this all depends on the variety/species used in the hybridizing process. Brugmansia have a thicker outer cork shell that needs
soaking and removal before planting.
Where as the Datura's seeds appear like their cousins the tomatoes. Yes, both are in the Solanaceae family and both are
poisonous if ingested.
karma 'Happy Toes' Garden Tour 4/29/09
Several folks have asked that we do the garden/birds' eye tour on our site as they would like to see what we have been doing.
Remember we are a working garden and in the middle of several project, planting and getting ready for a plant sale in just a couple
weeks, so you will see a lot of plants in pots in the yard. I do hope you will enjoy your visit.
http://s13.photobucket.com/albums/a258/karmaHappyToes/
Datura Stramonium var tatula Datura var fastuosa Datura Missouri Marble Datura var rubra
If you hit the contact button to reach us, we do try to return all emails in 24 hours. Please make sure your email works so we
can reply to your questions. I am not licensed to import or export so karma can't be sent over seas. She is in her second year of testing and not registered nor have we given permission to release her.
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