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HomePlant EncyclopediaBushman's-poison

Bushman's-poison

Acokanthera oppositifolia

Apocynaceae
Shrub
Ornamental
Evergreen

About this plant

Acokanthera oppositifolia, commonly known as Bushman's-poison, is an evergreen ornamental shrub that thrives in part shade with medium water needs. It typically grows to a height of 1.5–3 meters and is suited for USDA zones 8–11. The plant produces white flowers in spring and prefers loamy or sandy soil. Despite its common name, this plant is not toxic and does not attract pollinators.

Light

Partial shade

Watering

Medium water

Soil

Loamy, Sandy

Height

1.5–3 m

Spread

1–2 m

Zones

8–11

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