Thevetia ahouai (Broadleaf Thevetia) - Image 14

Botanical names: Thevetia ahouai, Ahouai nitida, Plumeriopsis ahouai

Common names: Broadleaf Thevetia, Yellow oleander, Dog's Tongue, Dog Balls, Grandfather's Balls

Family: Apocynaceae

Origin: Central America, Mexico

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 9-10?

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyYellow, orange flowersToxic or PoisonousIrritating plantFragrant plant
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Thevetia ahouai (Broadleaf Thevetia) bright red fruit on a green plant, close up.
Thevetia ahouai (Broadleaf Thevetia) carrying a plump red fruit among smooth green pointed leaves.
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