Full Sun
Moderate care
Moderate watering
Tender
13b
USDA zone
18°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
10m | Max | 4m |
4m | Min | 1m |
Flowering
spring
summer
autumn
winter
This plant has a mild fragrance
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Lucky Nut Overview
Cascabela thevetia is an evergreen shrub or tree species in the Apocynaceae family. Originating from Mexico to Tropical South America, it is commonly known by the names Yellow Oleander and Lucky Nut. This plant can grow to a height of 10m, producing shiny green stems containing a toxic milky sap, these stems develop a brown colouration with age. This plant is considered invasive by the Centre for Agriculture and Bioscience International (CABI). It forms dense thickets and may displace native wildlife.
How to propagate Lucky Nut
Cuttings
You can propagate from seeds in spring or from cuttings in summer.
Seed
Special features of Lucky Nut
Attractive flowers
Other uses of Lucky Nut
Grown for their flowers from winter to summer.