How to grow and care for Trachelospermum jasminoides (Lindl.) Lem.
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Trachelospermum jasminoides (Lindl.) Lem., Southern jasmine
Trachelospermum jasminoides (Lindl.) Lem. 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright indirect light
16C° ~24C°
Every 14 days
Botany Encyclopedia
Genus : Trachelospermum
🏝️ Habitat Conditions
This plant grows in Southeast and Northeast Asia. It thrives in warm and humid environments.
🪨 Soil Mix
When planting, it's best to use well-draining soil. Generally, mix 40% potting soil, 20% bark, 20% leaf mold, 10% perlite, and 10% charcoal. However, you can adjust the ratios based on the situation and environment.
🌡️ Environment
Maintain the temperature between 16-20°C, and ensure it stays above 0°C in winter. Keep humidity between 40-70%. While some types can survive winter outdoors, most cultivated varieties cannot. It's best to bring them indoors during winter.
👀 Characteristics details
Vining plants thrive when supported with a trellis or grown as hanging plants. Regularly prune to prevent the vines from tangling. Most are evergreen, but some varieties display autumn foliage.
☀️ Light
Plants thrive with plenty of light, but they can also grow well with just indirect light.
💧 Water
When the surface soil is dry, water the plant.
🌱 Propagate
It is common to propagate by cutting stems about 10-20 cm long. For propagation: 1. If using water propagation, avoid transparent containers. Place the stem in water, and once roots appear, add hydroponic fertilizer. When roots are 5-7 cm or longer, transfer to soil. 2. For soil propagation, plant deeply in soil without fertilizer. After propagation, avoid exposing the plant to bright light. Gradually increase light exposure to help it adapt to gentle light. Maintain high humidity and keep the temperature between 18-22°C.
🪴 Repot
Repotting in spring every 1-2 years is recommended.
💊 Fertilize
Use fertilizer at the recommended dosage during the spring and summer growing seasons to promote more vigorous growth.
🌺 Flower
The flowering period is in the summer, and the color gradually changes from white to yellow over time. It is characterized by a strong fragrance. To encourage blooming, provide a low temperature that prevents the soil from freezing, allowing the plant to go dormant. After the flowers have wilted, it is advisable to remove the flower stalks.
😵 Toxicity
Be cautious with pets and young children as it is toxic.
water
How to water Trachelospermum jasminoides (Lindl.) Lem.
How often should I water?
check Trachelospermum jasminoides (Lindl.) Lem. Every 14 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
The soil should be at least 90% dry before watering again. this means about every 2 weeks in the warm season and about every 4 weeks in the cold season
Signs that it really needs water
leaves look a little wrinkled
When is the Dormant period?
it goes into dormancy in the Winter. during the period, 1.5~2x the watering interval you use in the warm season.
Light & Location
How much light does a Trachelospermum jasminoides (Lindl.) Lem. need?
Bright indirect light
Grow light
Light preference
Trachelospermum jasminoides (Lindl.) Lem. likes Bright indirect light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
2K ~ 10K lux to thrive!
0
20K~
2K
10K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-15
-2~40℃
45
Houseplants
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Trachelospermum jasminoides (Lindl.) Lem. at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
0
40~70%
100
Trachelospermum jasminoides (Lindl.) Lem. prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
Collective Knowhow
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
The taxonomic classification of Trachelospermum jasminoides (Lindl.) Lem. is as follows. - Kingdom: Plantae, Phylum: Tracheophyta, Class: Magnoliopsida, Order: Gentianales, Family: Apocynaceae, Genus: Trachelospermum, Species: Trachelospermum jasminoides
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Gentianales |
| Family | Apocynaceae |
| Genus | Trachelospermum |
| Species | Trachelospermum jasminoides |
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