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Datura - vespertine sp - Solanaceae family
Herbacious, leafy annual which reaches up to 2m in height. Trumpet shaped flower. Datura is a classic "witches weed" along with Deadly nightshade, henbane and mandrake. most parts of the plant contains toxic hallucinogens and has a long history of causing delirious states and death. It was well known as an essential ingredient in love potions and witches brews.
Gardens at Port Arthur Tasmania
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Beautiful