| Botanical name | Acokanthera oppositifolia |
|---|---|
| Plant Care |  Semi Deciduous Semi Deciduous – Sheds Part of Its Foliage During Winter/Autumn.  Full Sun Full Sun – Prefers 6 or more hours of sun per day.  Shade Shade – Prefers Low Light Levels.  Frost Hardy Frost Hardy – Can Handle frost without damage.  Low Watering Low Watering – Requires Little Water.  Indigenous Indigenous – Originates in South Africa. |
| Size | |
| Categories | |
| Flowers | June July August September October |
| Common name(s) | Bushman Poison |
| Origin | |
| Drought tolerance | High |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Interesting info | This plant attracts birds, bees and butterflies. It does well planted in shade or full sun. It is used as a landscape feature plant and does well planted in containers. It is ideal for coastal gardens and is wind resistant. |
| Possible problems | A. oppositifilia is highly poisinous. Keep this in mind when planning a garden with small children. |
| Other languages | Boesmansgif (A) |
Acokanthera oppositifolia (Bushman Poison)
- Botanical name: Acokanthera oppositifolia
- Common name(s): Bushman Poison
- Categories: Shrubs and Perennials
Plant description:
Acokanthera oppositifolia is a medium to large sized evergreen shrub. All parts of this plant is poisonous.
Family: Apocynaceae
Botanical Pronunciation: ag-ath-OHS-muh oh-VAY-tuh
Acokanthera oppositifolia requirements and features
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Moderate Maintenance
Requires moderate maintenance.
June July August September October 
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