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oleander

Nerium oleander

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Gentianales ›Family: Apocynaceae ›Genus: Nerium

About

Nerium oleander /ˈnɪəriəm ˈoʊliː.ændər/ is a shrub or small tree in the dogbane family Apocynaceae, toxic in all its parts. It is the only species currently classified in the genus Nerium. It is most commonly known as nerium or oleander, from its superficial resemblance to the unrelated olive Olea. It is so widely cultivated that no precise region of origin has been identified, though southwest Asia has been suggested. The ancient city of Volubilis in Morocco...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of oleander?
The scientific name of oleander is Nerium oleander.
What is the conservation status of oleander?
The oleander has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does oleander belong to?
oleander belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does oleander belong to?
oleander belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does oleander belong to?
oleander belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does oleander belong to?
oleander belongs to the order Gentianales.
What family does oleander belong to?
oleander belongs to the family Apocynaceae.
What genus does oleander belong to?
oleander belongs to the genus Nerium.