About Strychnos psilosperma F.Muell.
Strychnos psilosperma, commonly called the strychnine tree or threaded boxwood, is a shrub or small tree endemic to the Australian states of New South Wales and Queensland. It can grow up to 18 metres tall. Its distribution ranges from as far south as the Clarence River in New South Wales, all the way north to Cape York, Australia’s northernmost tip. Its natural habitat is semi-evergreen deciduous vine forest, or mixed eucalyptus forest, where the Hoop Pine is a common associate tree. It has grey bark, and glossy pointed leaves that form a thick canopy. Small white, scented flowers bloom during the warmer months. Its fruit are berries that range in colour from orange to red, and ripen to black. All parts of this plant are toxic. It can be cultivated in full sun locations with good drainage.
