Desert Tobacco (Nicotiana Obtusifolia) is a perennial herb in the Solanaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.
Nicotiana obtusifolia is a woody perennial herb native to the southwestern United States and Mexico, growing up to about 80 cm tall with sticky-hairy stems and white tubular flowers.

Desert Tobacco
Nicotiana Obtusifolia
Nicotiana obtusifolia is a woody perennial herb native to the southwestern United States and Mexico, growing up to about 80 cm tall with sticky-hairy stems and white tubular flowers.
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Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.
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