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Thorn-apple (Datura stramonium) Care Guide

Care guide for Thorn-apple: light, watering, humidity, soil and temperature, based on the species' botanical profile.

Thorn-apple

📷 Carl Ramirez · CC BY 4.0 · GBIF/iNaturalist

⚠️ Thorn-apple is toxic to pets — see the toxicity page.

Care at a glance

WaterWater roughly every 7 days, let the top 2-3 cm of soil dry out between waterings.
TemperatureWarm and humid: 18-27 °C (65-80 °F); keep away from frost and cold drafts.
SoilWell-draining mix, neutral pH (7.0-7.5).
Growthmoderate growth. Mature height ~1.5 m (5.0 ft).
Origin

Native to: Mexico Central, Mexico Gulf, Mexico Northeast, Mexico Northwest, Mexico Southeast, Mexico Southwest.

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Reference guidance based on the species' botanical profile; adjust to your home conditions.