Oak Leaf Datura (Datura quercifolia)

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

Datura quercifolia is a ANNUAL growing to 1.5 m (5ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8 and is frost tender. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy) and medium (loamy) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers dry or moist soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Fruit - ground up and mixed with clay ( the clay probably has a neutralizing effect on the toxins). A very toxic plant, its use cannot be recommended. The fruit is about 7cm long and 6cm wide. — Fruit - ground up and mixed with clay ( the clay probably has a neutralizing effect on the toxins).; A very toxic plant, its use cannot be recommended.; The fruit is about 7cm long and 6cm wide.; A stupefying beverage is made from the leaves and roots.

Habitat & North American Range

Roadsides, 1200 - 1800 metres in Arizona. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)