Tobacco (Nicotiana tabacum)

Family: Solanaceae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Nicotiana tabacum is a ANNUAL growing to 1.2 m (4ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 8 and is frost tender. It is in flower from July to September, and the seeds ripen from August to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees, Lepidoptera (Moths & Butterflies). It is noted for attracting wildlife.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

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

Flavor & Culinary Uses

tasteless white powder and can be added to cereal grains, vegetables, soft drinks and other foods. — A protein can be extracted from the leaves.; It is an odourless, tasteless white powder and can be added to cereal grains, vegetables, soft drinks and other foods.; It can be whipped like egg whites, liquefied or gelled and can take on the flavour and texture of a variety of foods.; It is 99.5% protein, contains no salt, fat or cholesterol.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known in a truly wild situation. (Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9, Zone 10)