Water
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings, especially during warmer months.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant's growth slows down.
Also known as Flowering Tobacco · Indian Tobacco · Ornamental Tobacco
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Jasmine Tobacco (Nicotiana alata) is a fragrant annual or short-lived perennial known for its trumpet-shaped, often white, fragrant flowers that bloom at night.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least six hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering, but tolerates some shade.
Regular
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but avoid waterlogging. Allow top inch to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost; it is not frost-hardy.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed monthly with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 3/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
All parts of the plant are toxic if ingested.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out slightly between waterings, especially during warmer months.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant's growth slows down.
Pinch back young plants to encourage bushier growth. Deadhead spent flowers regularly to promote continuous blooming and prevent the plant from going to seed.
Light pruning can be done in early spring to shape the plant and remove any winter damage.
Easily grown from seed, sown indoors in early spring, or directly outdoors after the last frost. Cuttings can also be taken from young, non-flowering shoots in late spring or early summer and rooted in moist potting mix.
Repot annually in spring before new growth begins, or when the plant becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is only slightly larger than the current one, ensuring it has adequate drainage holes.
Use a well-draining potting mix.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Jasmine Tobacco (Nicotiana alata) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Solanales |
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Genus | Nicotiana |
| Species | Nicotiana alata |
Similar in genus Nicotiana
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