Night-Flowering Jasmine (Nyctanthes arbor-tristis)
Experience the enchanting Night-Flowering Jasmine (Nyctanthes arbor-tristis), also known as Parijat in India. This plant is celebrated for its intensely fragrant, star-shaped flowers with white petals and vibrant orange centers that unfurl under the moonlight, releasing a sweet, honey-like scent. While individual blooms last only a day, the plant offers profuse flowering from late spring through fall. It thrives in warm conditions with ample bright sun, growing as a shrub or small tree. This offering is for a healthy plant established in a 4-inch pot.
$29.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.0
/ 5
Category Rank
2609
/ 2688
#2609 in Bushes & Shrubs
Price vs Category Average
-24%
Below average
Pot Size
4
/ inches
Who it's for
- Intense Nocturnal Fragrance
- High Cultural and Aesthetic Value
- Versatile Traditional Uses
Who should skip it
- High Maintenance Due to Flower Drop
- Aggressive Growth Habit
- Susceptibility to Pests
Key Specs
Pot Size
4 inches
Sun Requirements
Full Sun
Hardiness Zone
USDA Zone 10
Minimum Indoor Temperatures
60°F
Grows To Height
2 feet
Bloom Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Plant Type
Fragrant Shrub/Tree
Growth Rate
Medium
Features
- Intensely fragrant flowers bloom at night
- Profuse blooming from spring through fall
- Distinctive white petals with orange centers
- Attracts attention with nocturnal fragrance
- Honey-like floral scent
- Ideal for warm climates
- Grows as a shrub or small tree
- Native to Southeast Asia/India (Parijat)
What customers say
Customer sentiment centers on the plant's unparalleled sensory reward versus cultivation difficulty. The intoxicating evening fragrance is consistently praised as heavenly and unmatched, making successful blooms highly rewarding. However, many customers report significant frustration with initial establishment. Common issues include slow germination, sensitivity to environmental changes, and perceived inconsistency in the viability of received seeds or saplings. Achieving the desired fragrant payoff requires substantial horticultural knowledge and patience. While the potential reward is exceptional, the high effort and risk of early failure moderate the overall experience for many dedicated gardeners.
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