jimson-weed (Datura stramonium) |
UWSP Common Plants of Wisconsin |
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jimson-weed (Datura stramonium; NIGHTSHADE FAMILY [Solanaceae]) Coarse, 1-5' tall, strong-scented, annual weed with long (2½-4"), white to violet, trumpet-shaped flowers in late summer. Leaves are 2-8" long, broad, and coarsely toothed. Fruit is a 2" oval spiny pod. Whole plant is extremely poisonous. Found on dry, open ground. [100]
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