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thevetia (n)
genus of poisonous tropical American evergreen shrubs and trees having entire leaves and large cymose flowers
thevetia Sentence Examples
- The vibrant yellow flowers of Thevetia peruviana, also known as the yellow oleander, adorned the garden path.
- Thevetia neriifolia, a poisonous shrub, posed a serious threat to livestock grazing in the area.
- The nectar of Thevetia peruviana attracted numerous butterflies and hummingbirds.
- The leaves of Thevetia thevetia, the lucky nut tree, were used in traditional medicine for diarrhea and dysentery.
- The seeds of Thevetia neriifolia contained a potent toxin known as thevetosin, which caused gastrointestinal distress and cardiac arrhythmias.
- The bark of Thevetia peruviana was harvested for ornamental purposes, but its toxicity required careful handling.
- Thevetia peruviana was introduced as an ornamental plant, but its invasive nature had caused ecological problems.
- The seeds of Thevetia thevetia were often used as beads or jewelry due to their unusual shape and hard texture.
- Thevetia peruviana was mistaken for Nerium oleander, a related but less toxic plant, leading to accidental poisonings.
- Despite its beauty, Thevetia species remained a dangerous plant, and appropriate caution was advised in handling and cultivation.
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genus of poisonous tropical American evergreen shrubs and trees having entire leaves and large cymose flowers
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The vibrant yellow flowers of Thevetia peruviana, also known as the yellow oleander, adorned the garden path.
Thevetia neriifolia, a poisonous shrub, posed a serious threat to livestock grazing in the area.
The nectar of Thevetia peruviana attracted numerous butterflies and hummingbirds.
The leaves of Thevetia thevetia, the lucky nut tree, were used in traditional medicine for diarrhea and dysentery.
