A plant record

Oleander (lorye wòz)

Nerium oleander

EnglishOleander

Kreyòllorye wòz

FrançaisLaurier rose

BotanicalNerium oleander

Oleander (lorye wòz) — Nerium oleander, used in Haitian and Caribbean herbal tradition

Traditionally used

⚠ Every part is poisonous. Oleander's cardiac glycosides (oleandrin) disrupt the heart's rhythm and can be fatal. Documented for recognition only — no use, internal or external.

Prepared as

Not prepared. Do not ingest, bathe in, or apply any part. Seek emergency care if swallowed.

In three languages

Kreyòl — ⚠ Tout pati nan plant lan se pwazon. Glikozid kadyak (oleandrin) nan oleyand lan deranje rit kè a epi yo ka touye moun. Dokimante pou rekonèt li sèlman — pa gen okenn itilizasyon, ni andedan ni deyò.

Français — ⚠ Toutes les parties sont toxiques. Les glycosides cardiaques (oléandrine) du laurier-rose perturbent le rythme du cœur et peuvent être mortels. Documenté pour la reconnaissance uniquement — aucun usage, interne ou externe.

Safety

Safety notes for this plant are still being written. Until they are, treat it with a cautious hand.

Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.

Kept alongside

LicoricePineapplePeacock flowerCalotropePapayaRingworm senna

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