| Common Name | Flowering tobacco |
| Family | Solanaceae |
| Genus | Nicotiana |
| Species | Alata |
| Origin | South America (Brazil) |
| Blooming | Fragrant trumpet-shaped flowers in summer and autumn, with nocturnal scent release |
| Leaf Color | Green to blue-green |
| Sunlight | Half-shade / Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-draining fertile loam rich in organic matter
Keep soil consistently moist during active growth; avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot
Full sun for best flowering, tolerates partial shade but reduces bloom density
Balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks during growing season (Apr-Sept)
Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering and bushier growth
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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