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Australian Tobacco (Nicotiana suaveolens)

Nicotiana suaveolens, or Australian Tobacco, is a fragrant, fast-growing plant native to Australia, known for its white, tubular flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Watering

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers fertile loam but tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Grows best in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.

Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Water

Water regularly, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings.

Keep soil moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. Prefers fertile loam but tolerates a range of soil types.

Temperature

Grows best in warm temperatures.

Ideal range is 18-25 °C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season.

Reduce feeding in autumn and winter.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Indoor

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.5-1.5 m

Spread

0.5-1 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

2-3 cm

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Synonyms
Nicotiana anisandra Vest
Nicotiana australasiae R.Br.
Nicotiana odorata T.Moore & Mast.
Nicotiana vinciflora Link
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSolanales
  • familySolanaceae
  • genusNicotiana
  • speciesNicotiana suaveolens
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 5/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 5/5

Edible

No

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