Fiddleleaf Tobacco (Nicotiana Repanda) is a annual herb in the Solanaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Nicotiana repanda, commonly known as Fiddleleaf Tobacco, is an annual herbaceous plant native to Texas and Mexico, notable for its large, fiddle-shaped leaves and tubular flowers.

Fiddleleaf Tobacco

Fiddleleaf Tobacco

Nicotiana Repanda

Nicotiana repanda, commonly known as Fiddleleaf Tobacco, is an annual herbaceous plant native to Texas and Mexico, notable for its large, fiddle-shaped leaves and tubular flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:pollinator attractor, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Fiddleleaf Tobacco

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

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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Taxonomy

Family:Solanaceae
Genus:Nicotiana