Apocynaceae
Trachelospermum jasminoides
Turn any wall, fence, or entrance into a living perfume garden. Star Jasmine climbs fast, stays green year-round, and rewards you with waves of intensely fragrant white blooms. Ideal for trellises and pergolas, it creates privacy without sacrificing beauty—an outdoor best-seller for homes, cafés, and business entrances.
1. Basic Identification
Common Name: Star Jasmine
Botanical Name: Trachelospermum jasminoides
Former Name: Not available
Plant Type: Evergreen flowering vine
Plant Code / SKU: PLT-0119
Alternative Names:
Confederate jasmine
Chinese star jasmine
Portuguese jasmine
ياسمين متسلق
2. Taxonomy & Classification
Order: Gentianales
Family: Apocynaceae
Genus: Trachelospermum
Species: T. jasminoides
3. Origin & Distribution
Native to eastern Asia (China, Japan, Korea). Widely cultivated in Mediterranean climates, the southern United States, and Australia. Naturalized in parts of Florida and California.
4. Visual Characteristics
Evergreen woody vine with glossy, opposite leaves 3–7 cm long. Fragrant white, star-shaped flowers with a tubular base, 2.5–3 cm in diameter, produced in clusters from spring to summer. Fruits are slender follicles, rarely seen in cultivation.
5. Size & Dimensions
Climbing height up to 3–6 m (10–20 ft); spread 1.5–3 m (5–10 ft). Moderate to fast growth rate, up to 1 m per year under optimal conditions.
6. Light Requirements
Full sun to part shade; flowering best with at least 4–6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Tolerates light shade with reduced bloom.
7. Watering Needs
Moderate watering; keep soil evenly moist during active growth. Allow top 2–3 cm of soil to dry between waterings. Drought tolerant once established.
8. Soil & Potting
Prefers well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter. Ideal pH 6.0–7.5. In containers, use a quality potting mix amended with perlite or coarse sand.
9. Temperature & Humidity
Hardy in USDA zones 8–11. Optimal growth between 13–24 °C (55–75 °F). Protect from frost below –3 °C (27 °F). Adapts to average humidity; tolerates coastal conditions.
10. Fertilization
Apply a balanced (10-10-10) slow-release fertilizer in spring. Supplement monthly with a liquid feed during the growing season. Reduce feeding in winter.
11. Maintenance & Care Level
Low to moderate. Minimal pruning to control size and shape. Occasional feeding and watering. Monitor for pests and diseases.
12. Growth & Propagation
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer, layering, or air layering. Use rooting hormone to improve success. Trains easily on trellises, walls, and pergolas; prune after flowering to maintain vigor.
13. Common Problems
Pests: aphids, scale insects, mealybugs — treat with insecticidal soap or horticultural oil. Diseases: leaf spot, sooty mold, root rot in poorly drained soils. Yellowing leaves may indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiency.
14. Benefits & Uses
Ornamental fragrant vine for trellises, fences, and pergolas. Provides privacy screening and groundcover. Flowers are used in cut arrangements. Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
15. Toxicity & Safety
All parts are mildly toxic if ingested, causing gastrointestinal upset. Sap may irritate skin or eyes; wear gloves when handling. Keep away from children and pets.
Trachelospermum jasminoides
Turn any wall, fence, or entrance into a living perfume garden. Star Jasmine climbs fast, stays green year-round, and rewards you with waves of intensely fragrant white blooms. Ideal for trellises and pergolas, it creates privacy without sacrificing beauty—an outdoor best-seller for homes, cafés, and business entrances.
1. Basic Identification
Common Name: Star Jasmine
Botanical Name: Trachelospermum jasminoides
Former Name: Not available
Plant Type: Evergreen flowering vine
Plant Code / SKU: PLT-0119
Alternative Names:
Confederate jasmine
Chinese star jasmine
Portuguese jasmine
ياسمين متسلق
2. Taxonomy & Classification
Order: Gentianales
Family: Apocynaceae
Genus: Trachelospermum
Species: T. jasminoides
3. Origin & Distribution
Native to eastern Asia (China, Japan, Korea). Widely cultivated in Mediterranean climates, the southern United States, and Australia. Naturalized in parts of Florida and California.
4. Visual Characteristics
Evergreen woody vine with glossy, opposite leaves 3–7 cm long. Fragrant white, star-shaped flowers with a tubular base, 2.5–3 cm in diameter, produced in clusters from spring to summer. Fruits are slender follicles, rarely seen in cultivation.
5. Size & Dimensions
Climbing height up to 3–6 m (10–20 ft); spread 1.5–3 m (5–10 ft). Moderate to fast growth rate, up to 1 m per year under optimal conditions.
6. Light Requirements
Full sun to part shade; flowering best with at least 4–6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Tolerates light shade with reduced bloom.
7. Watering Needs
Moderate watering; keep soil evenly moist during active growth. Allow top 2–3 cm of soil to dry between waterings. Drought tolerant once established.
8. Soil & Potting
Prefers well-draining, fertile soil rich in organic matter. Ideal pH 6.0–7.5. In containers, use a quality potting mix amended with perlite or coarse sand.
9. Temperature & Humidity
Hardy in USDA zones 8–11. Optimal growth between 13–24 °C (55–75 °F). Protect from frost below –3 °C (27 °F). Adapts to average humidity; tolerates coastal conditions.
10. Fertilization
Apply a balanced (10-10-10) slow-release fertilizer in spring. Supplement monthly with a liquid feed during the growing season. Reduce feeding in winter.
11. Maintenance & Care Level
Low to moderate. Minimal pruning to control size and shape. Occasional feeding and watering. Monitor for pests and diseases.
12. Growth & Propagation
Propagate by semi-hardwood cuttings in summer, layering, or air layering. Use rooting hormone to improve success. Trains easily on trellises, walls, and pergolas; prune after flowering to maintain vigor.
13. Common Problems
Pests: aphids, scale insects, mealybugs — treat with insecticidal soap or horticultural oil. Diseases: leaf spot, sooty mold, root rot in poorly drained soils. Yellowing leaves may indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiency.
14. Benefits & Uses
Ornamental fragrant vine for trellises, fences, and pergolas. Provides privacy screening and groundcover. Flowers are used in cut arrangements. Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
15. Toxicity & Safety
All parts are mildly toxic if ingested, causing gastrointestinal upset. Sap may irritate skin or eyes; wear gloves when handling. Keep away from children and pets.