APPENDIX C |
Oleander
Nerium oleander Dogbane (Apocynaceae) Family |
Description: This shrub or small tree grows to about 9 meters, with alternate, very straight, dark green leaves. Its flowers may be white, yellow, red, pink, or intermediate colors. Its fruit is a brown, pod like structure with many small seeds.
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Habitat and Distribution: This native of the Mediterranean area is now grown as an ornamental in tropical and temperate regions.
Pangi
Pangium edule Pangi Family |
Description: This tree, with heart-shaped leaves in spirals, reaches a height of 18 meters. Its flowers grow in spikes and are green in color. Its large, brownish, pear-shaped fruits grow in clusters.
CAUTION
All parts are poisonous, especially the fruit. |
Habitat and Distribution: Pangi trees grow in southeast Asia
Updated: 26 February 2011 |
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Born on 14 January 2000 |