What is yellow oleander?
yellow oleander, scientific name Thevetia Peruviana is an evergreen shrub with a distinctive appearance and beautiful yellow flowers. Other common names include "Mexican Oleander" and "Lucky Nut". Yellow Oleander comes from South America and benefits in a tropical climate. It is also a popular landscape center in areas with warm climate due to its attractive appearance and it is relatively easy to take care of them. All parts of the plant are poisonous and immediate medical care is needed. It can be trained to grow as a tree with a single trunk or leaving growth in a more natural bushy shape. The branches are woody and are divided in several directions. The leaves are about 2.2 to 5 inches (5.5 to 15 cm) long and narrow and at the end is approaching the point. They are deep glosses of Green, with smooth leather texture.
yellow oleander flowers are about 2 to 3 inches (5 to 7 cm) long and grow in clusters at the ends of the branches. Usually jEdna about a rich, bright shade of yellow, although there is also a variety colored peaches. They have gently overlapping petals forming a funnel with a deep center containing pollen and nectar. They are attractive to bees and butterflies and have a sweet scent. Yellow oleander flowers bloom repeatedly during warm periods, followed by a fleshy, seed containing fruit.
The native area of Yellow Oleander is South America, in West India, Mexico and Belize. It is used in tropical, humid climate. If it is cultivated in a colder climate, it will be necessary to bring in the winter and is best planted in a container.
yellow oleander is often planted as a landscape area in the areas of Witeplé climate. It is often used as a hedge, screen or border plant and thrives well in a sunny place. It should be planted in a well -drained soil and left to dry a little between watering. It can be easily trimmed to maintain the shape after its flowering, usually in the autumn.
All parts of the yellow oleander plant are at pMemorious toxic, especially seeds and skin contact can cause irritation. It should not be planted in areas where children or pets are likely to play. Symptoms of poisoning include blurred vision, nausea, irregular heart rhythm, confusion, dizziness and rash. If any part of the race is suspected, immediate medical care is required.