Crepe Jasmine

Description

Crepe Jasmine, also known as Tabernaemontana Divaricata, is a beautiful flowering plant that belongs to the Apocynaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia and is widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions around the world. The plant is a small to medium-sized shrub that can grow up to 120cm in height, but usually ranges between 40cm to 80cm. The leaves of the Crepe Jasmine are glossy, dark green, and oval-shaped, with a pointed tip. The plant produces fragrant, white, star-shaped flowers that bloom in clusters from late spring to early fall. The flowers have a crepe-like texture, hence the name Crepe Jasmine. The plant is also known for its medicinal properties and is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and skin diseases. Crepe Jasmine is a low-maintenance plant that thrives in well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought-resistant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.