Strychnos potatorum aka Chillam

Taxonomy ID: 21014

Common names

Chillam, Clearing Nut Tree, Induga

More information about Chillam

What is the region of origin of Chillam

Chillam’s native range is E. Asia - India, Myanmar. Tropical Africa - DR Congo to Tanzania, south to northern S. Africa.

Is Chillam toxic to humans/pets?

There is no verified data on the toxicity of this plant in the records of Ploi. If any person, including yourself, a family member, or a pet, consume plant material with an uncertain toxicity level, it is advisable to seek the advice of a healthcare expert.

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