Henbane Seeds - Heirloom Herbal Plant for Home Gardens

Henbane Seeds produce upright plants with lobed, sticky green foliage and pale yellow, funnel-shaped flowers marked with dark purple veins. They are primarily grown for botanical and educational interest. All parts of henbane are highly toxic if ingested and should be handled carefully, especially around children and pets.

Features

• Produces distinctive yellow flowers with dark markings
• Develops upright, branching growth
• Features lobed, sticky green foliage
• Suitable for botanical and educational gardens
• Adaptable to well-draining soils
• Requires careful handling due to toxic plant compounds

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Hyoscyamus niger
• Common Name (US): Black Henbane
• Seed Type / Variety: Botanical Plant Seed
• Growth Habit: Upright, branching annual or biennial
• USDA Zones: 4–9
• Planting Season: Spring or Fall
• Growing Season: Spring to Summer
• Sowing Season: Fall to Early Spring
• Sowing Season Months: October–April
• Germination: 14–30 days under suitable conditions
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
• Soil Requirements: Well-draining, moderately fertile soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate watering; avoid waterlogged soil
• Mature Plant Size: 1–3 ft tall
• Plant Spacing: 12–18 in apart