An Overview of the Toxic Effects of Oleander in Humans

Nerium oleander, commonly known as oleander, is an important medicinal plant in Indian traditional medicine. It is one of the best pharmacognostic available in now-a-days. The modern as well as traditional uses make this plant much more valuable. Oleander is produced recently in pots and hence, large scale propagation of plant material for commercial uses has great importance. This plant species also produce secondary metabolites such as alkaloids, flavonoids and steroids which have pharmacological uses. The important pharmacological activities are antibacterial, larvicidal, anticancer, antidiabetic activities.

Keywords: Olender, poisoning, human.