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| @ mirandablue Allamanda cathartica, Golden Trumpet, Yellow Bell |
Allamanda cathartica is notable for its medicinal properties; all parts of the plant contain allamandin, a toxic iridoid lactone. The leaves, roots and flowers maybe used in the preparation of a powerful cathartic (hence the name); the milky sap is also known to possess anti-bacterial and possibly anti-cancer properties. Gardeners exposed to the sap will develop rashes, itch and blisters. (Source: Wiki)
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Today's Flowers #49
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