Shoo-fly Plant

Nicandra physalodes Seeds per pack ~ 100 Botanical Sample   DAYS TO MATURITY: 80-90 days PLANT DESCRIPTION: (Nicandra physalodes) The plant grows erect with broad, ovate leaves, and produces delicate, funnel-shaped flowers with shades of lavender or white. The intriguing aspect of the shoe fly plant lies in its distinctive seed pods, which are enclosed within inflated husks resembling shoes or lanterns. These husks eventually dry and become translucent, revealing the seeds within. While the plant is considered ornamental, it's essential to note that all parts of Nicandra physalodes are toxic if ingested, and caution should be exercised when cultivating it in gardens. Despite its toxicity, the shoe fly plant remains a fascinating addition to gardens, contributing visual interest with its unique fruiting structures. HISTORY: Because Shoo Fly Plant produces attractive paper lanterns with brown fruit that closely resemble the big pale blue blooms of Physalis, also known as the Apple of P