Shining jasmine (Cestrum nitidum)
Care, watering, light and tips for Shining jasmine on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Solanaceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 10–35 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Shining jasmine
Cestrum nitidum, commonly known as Night-blooming Jasmine, is an ornamental perennial shrub renowned for its fragrant, tubular white or greenish-yellow flowers that open at dusk, releasing a sweet and intense aroma. Its foliage is dense and bright green, making it ideal for hedges or as a standalone plant in gardens where its nocturnal perfume is desired. It's an excellent choice for patios and terraces, especially near seating areas.
Native range
Antilles (Caribbean)
Care tips
It requires full sun to partial shade for abundant flowering and well-drained, fertile, slightly acidic soil. Watering should be regular, keeping the substrate moist but not waterlogged, especially during flowering. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain its shape and encourage new growth. Avoid frost, as it does not tolerate it well.
How to save a dying Shining jasmine
- Warning signs
- Yellowing or drooping leaves, no flowering, soft stems.
- First aid
- Check drainage and soil moisture. Prune dry branches.
- What kills it
- Overwatering and lack of direct sunlight. Don't keep it in shade.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act quickly. It needs sun and well-drained soil.