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Stephanotis floribunda

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Madagascar jasmineConservatory, House plant, EvergreenFamily: Apocynaceae

Height: 3mSpread: 1m
Tender

Scented flowers

Flower colour:

White

Foliage colour:

Green

Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Madagascar jasmine, Stephanotis floribunda, is a popular houseplant for the greenhouse or conservatory, grown for its glossy leaves and fragrant flowers from spring to autumn.

For best results grow in a large container of humus-rich, well-drained compost in a well-lit room but out of direct sunlight. In the greenhouse it’s a good idea to use shade paint on the glass to prevent scorching. Summer temperatures of 21°C are ideal and winter temperatures of 13-15°C should be maintained, however plants will tolerate a low of 10°C.

Stephanotis requires high humidity levels and containerised plants should be placed on a gravel tray in summer. In warm summers, lightly spray the foliage with water in the morning. Feed fortnightly between April and October with a high-potassium, liquid feed such as tomato food. Water sparingly in winter. Little pruning is required.

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Stephanotis ‘Floribunda’ and wildlife

Stephanotis ‘Floribunda’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Stephanotis ‘Floribunda’ poisonous?

Stephanotis ‘Floribunda’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People