Recurating the Apocynaceae carpological collection - Kew Gardens
, commonly known as the dogbane family , is one of the most diverse groups of flowering plants, comprising roughly 5,500 species across 378 genera. These plants are found worldwide but are most concentrated in tropical and subtropical regions, ranging from towering timber trees and woody vines (lianas) to specialized succulents and herbs. Key Identification Features
According to botanical guides from ScienceDirect and Kew Gardens , members of this family share several distinct characteristics: