Quinine Bush (Alstonia Constricta) is a perennial shrub in the Apocynaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Alstonia constricta is an Australian endemic shrub or small tree of the family Apocynaceae.

Quinine Bush

Quinine Bush

Alstonia Constricta

Alstonia constricta is an Australian endemic shrub or small tree of the family Apocynaceae.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
⚠️
Not Child Safe
☠️
Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, screen, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Quinine Bush

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
May
...
Jun
...
Jul
...
Aug
...
Sep
...
Oct
...
Nov
...
Dec
...

Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

Group plants together to create...

Growth Hack

Rotate your plant every...

Photo Gallery10+ photos

Quinine Bush
Quinine Bush detail

View leaf details, flowers, seeds & more in the app

Taxonomy

Family:Apocynaceae
Genus:Alstonia