Angel Trumpet

A vital larval host plant for Central Texas butterflies including Carolina Sphinx Moth, Angel Trumpet (Datura wrightii) is a deciduous Texas perennial native across the Central Great Plains, Chihuahuan Deserts, Cross Timbers, East Central Texas Plains, Edwards Plateau, Gulf Coast Prairies and Marshes, High Plains, Southern Texas Plains, Southwestern Tablelands, and Texas Blackland Prairies. During Spring, Summer, and Fall, the plant produces delightfully fragrant, white blooms. Flowering is followed by ornamental capsule that add seasonal interest. It plays a key ecological role as a larval host plant for Central Texas butterflies, including Carolina Sphinx Moth. A larval host plant for Carolina Sphinx Moth, Manduca sexta, which is the primary pollinator for the species. Few other species can access its nectar. Thriving in clay, dry, loam, sand, and well drained, Angel Trumpet demonstrates outstanding hardiness once established. It requires minimal supplemental water and tolerates dry spells with ease. It offers high deer resistance.