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Aztec Tobacco (Nicotiana rustica)

Aztec Tobacco (Nicotiana rustica) is a fast-growing annual plant known for its high nicotine content and historical use in indigenous cultures.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil is ideal. Amend with compost for best results.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.

Water

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Water regularly during the growing season.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile soil is ideal. Amend with compost for best results.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Ideal range is 18-25°C; sensitive to frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.

Every 2-4 weeks; avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Herb

Plant Category

Medicinal

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Annuals

Plant Height

0.3-1 m

Spread

0.3-0.6 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

1-1.5 cm

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Synonyms
Nicotia rustica (L.) Opiz
Nicotiana andicola Kunth
Nicotiana asiatica Schult.
Nicotiana pavonii Dunal
Nicotiana pumila Steud.
Nicotiana rugosa Mill.
Nicotiana scabra Lehm.
Nicotiana sibirica Lehm.
Nicotiana tatarica Lehm.
Nicotiana texana Maxim.
Nicotiana turcica Dunal
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderSolanales
  • familySolanaceae
  • genusNicotiana
  • speciesNicotiana rustica
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 7/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 7/5

Edible

No

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