Nicotiana Rustica (Hape) Seeds
Nicotiana rustica
Nicotiana rustica, known as mapacho or Aztec tobacco, is the original tobacco species used by indigenous peoples across the Americas long before commercial Nicotiana tabacum. This potent species contains significantly higher nicotine levels and additional alkaloids not found in common tobacco. It is the traditional base for Hape (rape), a sacred snuff used in South American ceremonial contexts.
Price: $40
Product Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Variety | Nicotiana rustica (heritage strain) |
| Packet | ~100+ seeds (seeds are tiny) |
| Germination Rate | 80%+ |
| Growing Season | Spring through fall |
| USDA Zones | 3-10 (annual) |
| Days to Germination | 10-20 days at 70-80 F |