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Giant Thevetia

Thevetia Thevetioides

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Overview

Thevetia thevetioides, commonly dubbed Giant Thevetia, is a statuesque, evergreen shrub or small tree that typically grows between 15 and 20 feet tall. It boasts a slender form, with glossy lance-shaped leaves and showy, funnel-shaped yellow blossoms year-round. All parts are highly toxic if ingested. This sun-loving specimen requires well-drained soil and minimal watering post-establishment, making it ideal for warm, arid regions. Hardiness zones: 10-12.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 10–10Type ShrubClimate Arid, Mediterranean
Giant Thevetia (Thevetia Thevetioides) — All parts are highly toxic if ingested
Giant Thevetia (Thevetia Thevetioides) — It boasts a slender form, with glossy lance-shaped leaves and showy, funnel-shaped yellow blossoms year-roundGiant Thevetia (Thevetia Thevetioides) — This sun-loving specimen requires well-drained soil and minimal watering post-establishmentGiant Thevetia (Thevetia Thevetioides) — commonly referred to as the Giant ThevetiaGiant Thevetia (Thevetia Thevetioides) — linear leaves which cluster predominantly at the tips of the branchesGiant Thevetia (Thevetia Thevetioides) — giving it a lush and verdant appearance throughout the yearGiant Thevetia (Thevetia Thevetioides) — evergreen shrub or small tree that typically grows between 15 and 20 feet tall+9

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
10–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Apocynaceae
Climate
Arid, Mediterranean

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Giant Thevetia (Thevetia Thevetioides) — All parts are highly toxic if ingested
Giant Thevetia (Thevetia Thevetioides) — It boasts a slender form, with glossy lance-shaped leaves and showy, funnel-shaped yellow blossoms year-round
Giant Thevetia (Thevetia Thevetioides) — This sun-loving specimen requires well-drained soil and minimal watering post-establishment
Giant Thevetia (Thevetia Thevetioides) — commonly referred to as the Giant Thevetia
Giant Thevetia (Thevetia Thevetioides) — linear leaves which cluster predominantly at the tips of the branches
Giant Thevetia (Thevetia Thevetioides) — giving it a lush and verdant appearance throughout the year
Giant Thevetia (Thevetia Thevetioides) — evergreen shrub or small tree that typically grows between 15 and 20 feet tall
Giant Thevetia (Thevetia Thevetioides) — commonly dubbed Giant Thevetia
Giant Thevetia (Thevetia Thevetioides) — The leaves measure about 4 to 6 inches in length
Giant Thevetia (Thevetia Thevetioides) — this tree is renowned for its glossy
Giant Thevetia (Thevetia Thevetioides) — Originating from Central America
Thevetia Thevetioides
Thevetia Thevetioides
Thevetia Thevetioides
Thevetia Thevetioides
Thevetia Thevetioides
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