Datura Innoxia: The Bewitching Guardian of the LEGBA Garden

Plant available from April to the end of October

Datura Innoxia, or Bewitching Datura, is a remarkable species that
stands out for its composition rich in tropanol alkaloids, notably
hyoscamine and scopolamine. Its properties have been explored in
various cultures for their visionary and healing effects. With its
purplish stems, its dark bluish green leaves and its flowers
white trumpets exhaling a sweet perfume, Datura Innoxia is a
true natural work of art.

• Soil : Prefers deep, drained and well-nitrogenated soil, ranging from acidic to slightly calcareous.
• Exposure : Blooms in full sun, revealing all the splendor of its flowers and foliage.
• Humidity : Requires regular watering to maintain vigor, especially in dry periods.
• Temperature : Ideal between 20 and 30°C. Sensitive to cold, it can survive light frosts by growing back underground.

Datura Innoxia is shrouded in legend, used by the Aztecs and
other Indian tribes for its hallucinogenic properties in
sacred rites. In India it is known as "clumps of Shiva", and in
the Caribbean, it induces trance states in voodoo ceremonies.
These stories testify to the central place of Datura in cultures
spiritual and medicinal throughout the world.

1. Is Datura Innoxia edible?
   No, due to its toxicity it is not considered edible and should be handled with care.
2. How to protect Datura Innoxia from the cold?
   Protect it from severe frosts and ensure well-drained soil to prevent root rot.
3. Can I use Datura Innoxia as an infusion?
   Due to its high toxicity, it is not recommended to use Datura
   Innoxia for infusions or any other culinary use.
4. How is Datura Innoxia multiplied?
   Propagation can be done by dividing the tufts or by sowing, often spontaneously.
5. What are the main pests and diseases of Datura Innoxia?
   Although it is resistant to many pests, it can be prone to
   root rot, viral leaf curl and spotting
   foliar.