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Tabernaemontana elegans (Tabernaemontana elegans)

Tabernaemontana elegans is a tropical shrub with glossy leaves and fragrant white flowers, often grown ornamentally.

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Sunlight

Bright, indirect light is ideal.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Bright, indirect light is ideal.

Protect from intense afternoon sun.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.

Reduce watering in winter.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile potting mix, such as a blend of peat moss, perlite, and compost.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Avoid temperatures below 10°C.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed during the growing season.

Use a balanced liquid fertilizer every 2-4 weeks.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Flowering, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

2-4 m

Spread

1-2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Dormancy

None

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Evergreen

Flower Size

5-7 cm

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Synonyms
Conopharyngia elegans (Stapf) Stapf
Leptopharyngia elegans (Stapf) Boiteau
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderGentianales
  • familyApocynaceae
  • genusTabernaemontana
  • speciesTabernaemontana elegans
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 4/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 4/5

Edible

No

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