Abu Dhabi bans this plant to protect public health

The Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA) has recently announced a ban on the cultivation, production, propagation, and circulation of the poisonous oleander plant in the emirate.

The decision aims to protect



public health, especially children and pets, from the harmful effects of this toxic plant.

The oleander, a shrub commonly found in rocky areas known for its attractive flowers, contains toxic substances in its entire composition.