Jimsonweed and Sphinx Moth Sightings on Denman Island

environment · October 16, 2024 · United Church Hall

Two exotic species, Jimsonweed and the large Sphinx moth, have been sighted on Denman Island. Jimsonweed is toxic and hallucinogenic, while the Sphinx moths are attracted to trumpet-shaped flowers such as Angel's Trumpets. The Denman Island Garden Club will meet on October 16 and will offer Angel's Trumpet cuttings as raffle prizes.

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• “Two exotic species have been sighted on Denman Island... Denman Island's Garden Club... will meet at the United Church Hall at 1 pm on October 16. I will bring some Angel's Trumpet cuttings as raffle prizes.” — The Islands Grapevine – October 10th, 2024 (October 10th, 2024)

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