Also known as Bela · Dahurian Larch · Jasmine
Jasminum sambac, Arabian Jasmine, is a fragrant evergreen shrub or vine. It produces intensely scented white flowers, blooming profusely from spring to autumn. Flowers ar
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full sun to partial shade (6+ hours direct sun for best blooms).
80% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged. Reduce in winter.
70% intensity
Well-draining, fertile, slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6.0-7.0).
50% intensity
Warm temperatures, 18-30 °C. Protect from frost.
70% intensity
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
50% intensity
Fertilize every 2-4 weeks during growing season.
70% intensity
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Arabian Jasmine requires consistent moisture, especially during its active growing and flowering periods. Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry to the touch, ensuring good drainage to prevent root rot.
Reduce watering frequency slightly in cooler months or during periods of slower growth, allowing the soil to dry out a bit more between waterings.
Prune Arabian Jasmine after a flush of blooms to encourage new growth and more flowers. Remove spent flowers, leggy stems, and any dead or diseased branches.
Pruning also helps maintain a desired shape and size, promoting a bushier plant. A more significant shaping prune can be done in late winter or early spring before new growth begins.
Arabian Jasmine is commonly propagated by stem cuttings. Take 10-15 cm long cuttings from healthy, non-flowering stems, remove lower leaves, and dip the cut end in rooting hormone.
Plant them in a well-draining potting mix and keep them in a warm, humid environment until roots develop, typically within a few weeks.
Repot young Arabian Jasmine plants annually in spring to a slightly larger pot to accommodate their growth. Mature plants may only need repotting every 2-3 years, or when they become root-bound.
Refresh the soil with a fresh, well-draining potting mix. Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes to prevent waterlogging.
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Lamiales |
| Family | Oleaceae |
| Genus | Jasminum |
| Species | Jasminum sambac |
Similar in genus Jasminum
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