Does anyone know what type of plant this is and how to get rid of it?

Question

This 'volunteer' plant blooms pretty white flowers . I have tried digging up the root, etc, but it just comes back. It has also started a couple of other places.

Cathy · Answer

Moon flower

Ms. M · Answer

Hi Martha!  I believe you have a 'Datura Alba' sometimes called a Trumpet Flower!  It's very important that you make sure that you have Datura Alba and not Datura stramonium which is known as Jimson Weed and is VERY poisonous!  I would cut a sample (wear gloves!!) And take it to a local nursery or College that has a botony program so that you know for sure!  :-)  Hope this helps!

Linda Bryant · Answer

It is a Moonflower and reseeds with the sticker pods every year...if you get rid of the plant and don't let it go to seed, you will get rid of the plant eventually. Many people are allergic to the sticker pod and break into a rash, plus it is poisonous to ingest. It is really beautiful if you have the right place and requires no maintenance and is easy to grow and is covered with flowers from dusk to dawn.

Doris V. · Answer

These are Angel Trumpets.  Old timers called them Jimson weeds.  They were originally weeds, but are found in various forms in flower gardens now.  They are poisonous, so beware where you use them.

Flowerscapes Garden Design & Landscaping · Answer

The flowers resemble the moonflower, however the leaf does not truly look like that of the moonflower. The leaves should resemble the morning glory vine.

Leada Wood · Answer

Moonflowers not Angel trumpets they are a little different. JImson weed is entirely different.

Ton6334922 · Answer

This is the southern treasured 'moon flower' Blooms in the evening and appears to reflect the moon...I was somewhat successfulgrowing them in NY but alas they moved on...I now lilve in LA* (lower Alabama) and would lovve to have some seed to plant in my courtyard..thanks..Tonya

WJ · Answer

Always refer to your local horticulturist-if the plant is Datura it's really dangerous and should be disposed of properly.

Lillyz · Answer

here is a good article http://davesgarden.com/guides/articles/view/3150/

Elvira Irene · Answer

The plant is Datura, is poisonous and should be destroyed; common name Jimson weed, it is pretty. Just google Jimson weed, and you will see photos, and get info on it.

Katrina Smalley · Answer

99% of plants in our yards are poisonous...tomatoes are members of the Nightshade family and the leaves can kill you...I envy your patch of Datura's -- Devils Trumpets---night blooming to attract the night feeders...cut seed pods off to control as each contains thousands of seeds.

Kathy Thomas · Answer

It is a beauty.

Laura B Corn · Answer

It is very poisonous

Martha Petersen Dudley · Answer

Thank you to everyone for your help

Angella Marie · Answer

Its a Moon Flower Plant!! Blooms starting at dusk. Hard to get rid of due to the seed pods that it produces, but it can be done. keeping it trimmed once every couple of weeks will help keep it under control, but once the pods start dropping and opening, you'll be expanding that plant in no time

Martha Petersen Dudley · Answer

Thank you to everyone that gave me input. Moon Flower Plant is what almost everyone responded with. Also, I have decided to get rid of it because I am trying to have a low maintenance setup and it sounds like this could take over my yard. Thanks again to everyone for your help!

Gail · Answer

I agree with the identification of your plant as moon flower AKA jimson weed. And, yes, it can be poisonous or used as a means for hallucinations by idiots. However, I also agree with an earlier comment noting that many plants people love are poisonous -- poinsettias are another example. They are, nevertheless, beautiful. I'm not sure where you live as in so many places they are not likely to survive well in colder zones but I've never had a problem with the moonflower spreading out of control. Personally, I love the plant for it's beauty.

Andy · Answer

the plant is called datura or common name angels trumpet.highly fragrant night blooming poisonous plant with seed pod that resembles a chestnut in its husk with spikes. as for getting rid of it I suggest digging up root system or covering area with black plastic sheet for six weeks to let sun bake the plant. depending on how long plant has been growing it may have extensive tuberous root system very deep in the ground. alternatively you could use weed killer if plant is very large but multiple applications may be needed.

Johnavallance82 · Answer

Datura - check it out in good garden book!

Mogie · Answer

Just to be certain take this photo into a nursery or better yet your local master gardner so they can ID it. If is is invasive or worse you would need to get rid of it.

Had a plant the neighbor gave us and it was beautiful but you had to wear gloves just to touch it. So we pulled it (don't want to take a chance we have pets).

Does anyone know what type of plant this is and how to get rid of it?

Suggested Project Book

These Cut Up Soda Can Decor Ideas Are Perfect for Your Home

Other

More

Does anyone know what type of plant this is and how to get rid of it?

Suggested Project Book