Carnation of India, Crepe Jasmine
Scientific Name: Tabernaemontana divaricata G. Don
Synonym: Ervatamia coronaria, Tabernaemontana coronaria
Family: Apocynaceae
Tabernaemontana Divaricata 'Flore Plena', Picture taken at Tropica Mango Nurseries
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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