Coroja Tobacco
Price: $4.49
SKU: 1002161
Corojo
Nicotiana tabacum L
[ Approximately 100 seeds per packet ]
Nicotiana tabacum L
[ Approximately 100 seeds per packet ]
'Coroja', pronounced core-ro-ho, is an Oriental-type tobacco that possesses a bit of spice and was historically used for cigar wrapper leaves. It originated in Cuba but was abandoned there due to its susceptibility to disease. It is reportedly still being grown in Honduras and in Western Kentucky. The plants grow up to three to four feet tall when topped, develop dark pink flowers, with leaves that reach eight inches wide by fifteen inches long.
'Coroja' was donated into the USDA's tobacco collection on October 22, 1975 by the USDA, ARS Plant Industry Maryland Station and found in Cuba. Our seed originated from USDA accession number PI 405643 and was sent to us by David Pendergrass from Tennessee.
Tobacco plants are very interesting, ornamental, and have many uses apart from consumption. Tobacco seeds are not classified as tobacco products. We promote the cultivation of tobacco plants, but we do not promote the use of tobacco products.
Tobacco seeds are tiny and look like dust, but each one has the potential to quickly grow into a huge tobacco plant. They need light to germinate. Sprinkle the seeds onto the surface of a moist and sterile seed starting mix. Do not cover the seeds. They also must never be allowed to dry out, so they are frequently (but gently) watered using a mist from a spray bottle. While waiting for germination, it can help to cover them with some kind of plastic sheeting to help hold moisture.
Once tiny seedlings emerge, you can pick them out one by one and move them into individual cells. Very lightly fertilize and never allow the potting soil to dry out. Within 6 weeks it'll be ready to plant in the garden. Wait until all risk of frost is over before planting outdoors.
For additional information, please have a look at our more detailed guide with photos.
Once tiny seedlings emerge, you can pick them out one by one and move them into individual cells. Very lightly fertilize and never allow the potting soil to dry out. Within 6 weeks it'll be ready to plant in the garden. Wait until all risk of frost is over before planting outdoors.
For additional information, please have a look at our more detailed guide with photos.
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