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Jasmine tobacco

Also known as

Sweet tobacco, Winged tobacco, Tanbaku and Persian tobacco

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Nicotiana alata

Genus

Nicotiana

Family

Solanaceae

Order

Solanales

How to care for Jasmine tobacco

💦 Water

How often to water your Jasmine tobacco

Jasmine tobacco needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Jasmine tobacco in your home

Jasmine tobacco love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Jasmine tobacco does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Jasmine tobacco in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Jasmine tobacco

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Jasmine tobacco: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Jasmine tobacco after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Jasmine tobacco is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

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💦 Water Needs

Jasmine tobacco prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Jasmine tobacco requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Jasmine tobacco is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Jasmine tobacco is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

🪴 Soil

Jasmine tobacco does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

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💩 Fertilizer

Jasmine tobacco is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

How Much and When to Fertilize Jasmine tobacco →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Jasmine tobacco can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Jasmine tobacco can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Jasmine tobacco →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Jasmine tobacco, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.