Adenium boehmianum (Bushman poison) is one of several plants in southern Africa with a common name relating to their traditional use as poisons. This one, found in Namibia and Angola, is especially associated with the Hai//om of northern Namibia, who use an extract of the tuberous roots as a highly effective and potent arrow poison. Sadly I haven't yet had the chance to see this plant in its natural environment, but I was thrilled to encounter it on my recent visit to the extraordinary National Botanic Garden in Windhoek. So thrilled that I shot this video to share with you!
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