Apple Of Sodom (Calotropis Procera) is a perennial shrub in the Apocynaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.
Calotropis procera is a perennial evergreen shrub or small tree known for its large, waxy leaves and clusters of pale purple or white flowers. It is drought-tolerant and often found in arid and semi-arid regions.

Apple Of Sodom
Calotropis Procera
Calotropis procera is a perennial evergreen shrub or small tree known for its large, waxy leaves and clusters of pale purple or white flowers. It is drought-tolerant and often found in arid and semi-arid regions.
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