Worlds Most deadly and Poisonous Flower(Plant)!!!
The oleander is an attractive plant, and despite its deadly reputation is often planted for decorative purposes. Although native to the Far East and the Mediterranean areas, oleander has been introduced in the United States, where it grows easily. It's tolerant of poor quality soil and dry weather. The plant grows as a dense shrub, and is typicall
The oleander is an attractive plant, and despite its deadly reputation is often planted for decorative purposes. Although native to the Far East and the Mediterranean areas, oleander has been introduced in the United States, where it grows easily. It's tolerant of poor quality soil and dry weather. The plant grows as a dense shrub, and is typicall
y
6 to 18 feet (1.8 to 5.4 meters) tall at maturity. It has thick, dark
green leaves, and the flowers, which grow in clusters, can be yellow,
red, pink or white. The oleander, or Nerium oleander, is considered by
many to be the most poisonous plant in the world. All parts of the
beautiful oleander contain poison -- several types of poison. Two of the
most potent are oleandrin and neriine, known for their powerful effect
on the heart. An oleander's poison is so strong, in fact, that it can
poison a person who simply eats the honey made by bees that have
digested oleander nectar.
No comments:
Post a Comment