Latin name: Datura stramonium L. Pronunciation: da-TOOR-a stra-MO-nee-um Common name: Jimsonweed Family: Solanaceae (Nightshade) Habitat: Sandy soils, grassy areas, disturbed areas, native to Mexico Blooming period: June to August Name derivations: 1) Datura 2) stramonium These pictures were taken at Whittier Narrows |
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