Wild tobacco

Wild Tobacco is a common name for several plants and can refer to:

• Nicotiana rustica, a species of tobacco native to North America, South America, and Africa.
• Nicotiana sylvestris, a species of tobacco native to Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay.
• Solanum mauritianum, a species of nightshade native to South America, commonly known as woolly nightshade or flannel weed.

Nicotiana rustica

Nicotiana rustica, also known as Wild Tobacco, Aztec Tobacco or Upland Tobacco, is a plant in the Solanaceae family. It is native to the Americas, from the southwestern United States south to Argentina and Chile. It is a hardy plant that grows in a variety of habitats, from dry desert conditions to moist, fertile soils.

Nicotiana rustica has a high nicotine content, making it more potent than common tobacco, Nicotiana tabacum. It has been used for centuries by indigenous peoples for ceremonial and medicinal purposes. The leaves are typically dried and smoked, but can also be chewed or used to make a tea.

Nicotiana sylvestris

Nicotiana sylvestris, also known as Wild Tobacco or Woodland Tobacco, is a species of flowering plant in the nightshade family Solanaceae. It is native to the Andes region in Argentina and Bolivia, but has been introduced to other parts of the world.

Nicotiana sylvestris is known for its large, fragrant flowers that open at night. The plant is often grown as an ornamental for its attractive foliage and flowers. Despite its common name, it is not typically used for tobacco production.

Solanum mauritianum

Solanum mauritianum, commonly known as Wild Tobacco, Woolly Nightshade or Flannel Weed, is a species of flowering plant in the nightshade family Solanaceae. It is native to South America but has become an invasive species in other parts of the world, including Africa, Australia, and New Zealand.

Solanum mauritianum is a shrub or small tree that can grow up to 10 meters tall. It has large, fuzzy leaves and clusters of purple flowers. Despite its common name, it is not related to the tobacco plant and is not used for tobacco production.

See also

• Tobacco
• Nicotiana
• Solanaceae
• Invasive species

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