Nicotiana mutabilis

Nicotiana mutabilis Stehmann & Semir

Nicotiana mutabilis, known as the colour-changing tobacco plant, is a species in the Solanaceae family. It is native to northeastern Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil and has been introduced to Great Britain. This erect annual or biennial plant can grow up to 1.5 m (5 ft) in height. Its flowers undergo a color transformation, starting white, then turning pink, and finally dark pink. The plant is commercially available.

Description

Nicotiana mutabilis is a member of the Solanaceae family and is described as an erect annual or biennial plant. It is native to northeastern Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil and has been introduced to Great Britain. The species is characterized by its flowers, which change color from white to pink and then to dark pink. The plant can reach a height of up to 1.5 m (5 ft). It is available through commercial suppliers.