Scientific Name: Tabernaemontana divaricata G. Don
Synonym: Ervatamia coronaria, Tabernaemontana coronaria
Family: Asclepiadaceae
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Recommended Temperature Zone: Sunset®: 25, 26 USDA: 10 Frost Tolerance: Frost tender in Phoenix, needs protection Sun Exposure: Light shade to shade Origin: Northern India to China Yunnan province and northern Thailand Growth Habits: Evergreen shrub to 6 feet (1.8 m) Watering Needs: Regular to abundant water Propagation: Seeds and cuttings |
The Crepe Jasmine looks similar to a Gardenia with the difference that broken twigs exsude a milky sap.
Blooming Habits:
Crape jasmine fragrant blossom is mainly present in spring, but some flowers appear sporatically all year.
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