African Wolfbane (Periploca Angustifolia) is a perennial shrub in the Apocynaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low to medium watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Periploca angustifolia is a perennial, deciduous shrub native to North Africa and Mediterranean regions, known for its erect or twining stems and narrow leaves.

African Wolfbane

African Wolfbane

Periploca Angustifolia

Periploca angustifolia is a perennial, deciduous shrub native to North Africa and Mediterranean regions, known for its erect or twining stems and narrow leaves.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
low to medium
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

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Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:rocky, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:erosion control, ornamental shrub, habitat plant

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for African Wolfbane

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Repot
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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:Periploca