Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
thevetia
ID:
810765

Status:
valid

Authors:
(L.) Lippold

Source:
wcs

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Feddes Repert. 91: 52 (1980)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000810099

Common Names

  • Cascabela thevetia
  • Thevet's Cascabela
  • Cascabela

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Description

Cascabela thevetia (also called the yellow oleander, among many other common names) is a small shrub native to the Caribbean and Central America. It has green, oval-shaped leaves and yellowish-green flowers. It grows in dry habitats, such as open woodlands and scrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Cascabela thevetia is used as an ornamental plant and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cascabela thevetia is a bright yellow color. The seed is small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are short and stout with a few leaves at the top.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cascabela thevetia is a shrub that grows up to 4 meters in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation can be done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-draining soil mix. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems in late summer or early autumn.

Where to Find Cascabela thevetia

Cascabela thevetia is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and Mexico.

Cascabela thevetia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cascabela thevetia?

Cascabela thevetia

What is the common name of Cascabela thevetia?

Thevetia

What is the natural range of Cascabela thevetia?

Tropical America

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-34836: Based on the initial data import
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Hans Lippold (1932-1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lippold' in the authors string.