Thevetia neriifolia Thevetia neriifolia is an evergreen tropical shrub having glossy dark green leaves. The plant usually has several major stems. The flowers are funnel-shaped, fragrant and yellow colored. The fruit is a drupe. All parts of the plant and especially the seeds are highly poisonous. Datasheet Common NameYellow oleander, lucky nut Botanical nameThevetia neriifolia FamilyApocynaceae Life CyclePerennialFoliageEvergreenBasic Colouryellow / goldHeight< 8m HabitatEvergreen forests in the lowlands and riparian forests Altitude0-600 mBloom TimeMay -> October Plant TypeShrubs, Trees, Ornemental, Outdoor, Toxic Fruit TypeDrupe different tolerancesTenderUsed PartsLeaf, barkPlant Usesbiological pest control paint with antifungal, antibacterial and anti-termite properties, OrnamentalActive substancesheart glycosides USDA Zone10 (-1)Sun Exposurefull sun Soil pHAcidic, Alkaline, NeutralSoil MoistureMoistSoil Type PeatyPropagationby seeds, by sowing, by CuttingsGerminationTricky Germinator Open Next Page To See More Photos. Thevetia neriifolia Thevetia neriifolia