Acokanthera oblongifolia (Bushman's Poison) - Image 3

Botanical names: Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera spectabilis, Carissa spectabilis

Common names: Bushman's Poison, Wintersweet

Family: Apocynaceae

Origin: South Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 10-11?

Hardiness: 35°F

USDA Plant Hardiness MapLarge shrub 5-10 ft tallSemi-shadeFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWhite, off-white flowersToxic or PoisonousFragrant plant
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Acokanthera oblongifolia (Bushman's Poison) white flower clusters on green leaves close up plant
Acokanthera oblongifolia (Bushman's Poison) clusters of white star shaped flowers among thick green oval leaves
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