Yellow Oleander
Thevetia peruviana
20.8481, -86.8759
Field Notes
Description:
Photo take in a backyard this a very common in this area, small tree whit yellow flowers and a thick, four-sided, black fruit is unusual. It’s green when immature, then turns bright, glossy red, and finally it becomes the dull black,. favorite from fruit bats of this area.
Habitat:
Native from Central America found today in different continents.
Notes:
Some native use the seed as a amulet saving them in a back pocket of his/her pants to prevent the hemorrhoids.
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Thevetia peruviana
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PublishedFebruary 19, 2012
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