1. Apocynaceae Family (Saima) • Introduction1.Dogbane family 2.trees herbs shrubs and lianas • Genre in the family424 • Distribution 1.tropical rain forest 2.xeric environment 3.temprate zones • Characteristics 1.leaves are opposite, simple and whorled 2.Flowers are bisexual a. Stamen five petals unite to form 4 or 5 epipetalous stamen b. Style below stigma c. Ovary is superior 3.Fruit is usually in three forms: a. drupe b. berry c. follicle d. capsule • Uses:1. venom 2. ornaments 3. drugs 4. food source • Examples: Allamandacathartica Carrisamacrocarpa