What is Oleander?
Oleander is a plant originating in the Mediterranean, parts of the Middle East and Asia. Nerium oleander , as is formally known, is used in ornamental gardens and landscaping around the world. This plant is infamous for its toxicity and contains a number of compounds that can be very dangerous for ingestion. Oleanders are particularly dangerous for young children and pets, as a fatal dose can be relatively small.
In nature, oleanders tend to have a bushy growth habit, although they can be cultivated in the gardens to grow on trees. Plants have long, leather green leaves that grow in clusters of three, and tube -shaped flowers that can be purple, pink or white. Some other exotic cultivars come in colors such as yellow and red. These plants take well pruning and forming, which allows gardeners to control their growth patterns, although when they remain separately, they tend to be a leg with a large growth. After all year he innovatedThey also flourished their leaves and bloom in the spring and summer months. Some plants have smelling flowers, while others remain without the center, and some people consider the smell very prosperous. Many cultivars and garden shops have been developed, which often carry several varieties and can order more as required. Some gardeners also enjoy the development of their own cultivars by crossing each other their plants to bring desired features.
These plants are primarily grown in subtropical climate. They enjoy dry conditions and can grow in poor soil unless they have excessive competition. They are also very fast growers, develop and fill quickly. Gardeners can use oleanders to create personal data protection screens, backsplashes colors or focal points around the garden. Oleander is also deer resistant, which may be beneficial for gardeners living in the areaHKDE are common deer; Plants can be used to create a screen around the garden that makes the deer attractive.
All parts of the Oleander plant are toxic. People even became ill after consuming honey produced by bee, which frequent oleander plants. If a person or pet uses oleander, medical care should be sought immediately. For the treatment of Oleander poisoning, rapid intervention of a doctor or veterinarian is necessary for a pet. People should be careful when using oleander cuttings for decorations and should avoid the establishment of oleanders in areas where children and animals are common.