Thorn Apple (Datura metel)

Family: Solanaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Bloom Color: White. Main Bloom Time: Early summer, Early fall, Late summer, Mid summer. Form: Upright or erect.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

The leaves and roots are bruised, mixed with water and left to stand for several hours. The liquid is then drawn off and drunk. This is a highly narcotic drink, producing a stupefying effect that it is not easy to remove. — The leaves and roots are bruised, mixed with water and left to stand for several hours.; The liquid is then drawn off and drunk.; This is a highly narcotic drink, producing a stupefying effect that it is not easy to remove.; Caution is advised, see the notes above on toxicity.

Habitat & North American Range

Waste places, river sands etc in sunny positions. (Zone 8)