Suicide Tree (Cerbera Odollam) is a perennial tree in the Apocynaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 10-12. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Cerbera odollam is a medium-sized tropical tree known for its toxic seeds and use in traditional medicine, commonly called the suicide tree.

Suicide Tree

Suicide Tree

Cerbera Odollam

Cerbera odollam is a medium-sized tropical tree known for its toxic seeds and use in traditional medicine, commonly called the suicide tree.

Quick Facts

Type
tree
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
10-12

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
☠️
Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, saline
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen tree, coastal erosion control

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Suicide Tree

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Apocynaceae
Genus:Cerbera