Thevetia peruviana

Bestill Tree

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Common Name:

Bestill Tree

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Yellow

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

15°C

Maximum height:

915 cm

Maximum width:

915 cm

Bestill Tree (Thevetia peruviana) - Description

Thevetia is a plant known to central and southern Mexico and Central America. It is a close relative of Nerium oleander, giving it one common name as Yellow Oleander, and is also called lucky nut in the West Indies. Thevetia peruviana is an evergreen tropical shrub or small tree. Its leaves are willow-like, linear-lanceolate, and glossy green in colour.

Bestill Tree (Thevetia peruviana) - Blooming

Blooms funnel-shaped flowers with 5 overlapping petals, singly or in cymes between spring and fall followed by red seed pods that turn black. Each pod contains 1-2 seeds.

Bestill Tree (Thevetia peruviana) - Growth

Evergreen shrubs and small trees. Thevetias do well in full sun. Height varies depending on variety. One species will reach 12 ft. tall. Grow in a temperate or warm greenhouse in regions where temperatures drop below 55-59°F (13-15°C). Thevetia works well in a shrub border.

Bestill Tree (Thevetia peruviana) - Planting

Sow seeds in spring at 64-70°F (18-21°C). Can also propagate from semi-ripe cuttings in summer.

Bestill Tree (Thevetia peruviana) - Pest

Uncommon.

Bestill Tree (Thevetia peruviana) - Interesting facts

Thevetia are endemic to the tropical regions of North and South America and the West Indies. They are mainly found in woodlands, regularly near coastal sites. The seeds are poisonous.

Bestill Tree (Thevetia peruviana) - Soil and irrigation

Thevetias require regular irrigation. Water liberally during the growing season, less in winter. After flowering, stop watering for a short time. Does best in rich soil that is well-draining, yet kept moist.