Description: English: Strophanthus gratus. Common names: Climbing Oleander, Cream Fruit. A vigorous evergreen climber reaching the canopy of deciduous forest and secondary growth occurring fairly commonly in tropical Africa. The plant has shiny foliage and showy white, pinkish to purple flowers which are sweetly scented in the evenings. It can be grown under full sun and semi-shaded areas. It has decorative value and makes a beautiful ornamental plant. In Africa, the leaves, stems, roots, seeds and sap have been used in traditional medicine. Date: 24 July 2015, 17:53:18. Source: Own work. Author: Mokkie.
Cam Webb, Endro Setiawan & Hery Yanto. Arnold Arboretum of Harvard University. Cam Webb, Endro Setiawan & Hery Yanto. Year: 2015. Contact: cw@camwebb.info.
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