Strophanthus preussii | |
"Medusa Flower, Poison arrow vine" | |
LHBC 427 | |
Family: Apocynaceae | |
Native to: Tropical West Africa | |
It is used in indigenous medicine to heal different types of sores like gonorrhea, or poison arrows. | |
Horticultural notes: These plants prefer partially shaded areas as well as well drained soil. |