Cascabela thevetia is a highly toxic evergreen shrub or small tree. It features bright yellow, trumpet-shaped flowers and glossy dark green leaves, cultivated as an ornam
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Sunlight
Full sun
Watering
Moderate, drought-tolerant once established
Soil
Well-draining, adaptable to various soil types including sandy or loamy.
Temperature
Warm (18-35 °C), frost-sensitive
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Light, balanced
Full sun
Moderate, drought-tolerant once established
Allow soil to dry between waterings
Well-draining, adaptable to various soil types including sandy or loamy.
Warm (18-35 °C), frost-sensitive
Protect from cold
Outdoor
Light, balanced
Spring and mid-summer
Plant Type
Shrub, Tree
Plant Category
Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
2-8 m
Spread
1.5-3 m
Growth Rate
Moderate to fast
Dormancy
Evergreen
Leaf Color
Dark green
Leaf Type
Linear-lanceolate
Flower Size
4-7 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Weed Status
Yes
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 10/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 10/5
Edible
No
All parts of the plant, especially the seeds, contain highly toxic cardiac glycosides that can cause severe heart problems, nausea, vomiting, and death if ingested.
