Common Jasmine

(Jasminum officinale)

Common Jasmine (Jasminum officinale)

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Summary

Jasminum officinale, commonly known as Common Jasmine, is a deciduous or semi-deciduous vine or shrub native to mountainous regions, forest edges, and along riverbanks in South Asia and West Asia. It can grow up to 15-30 feet (4.5-9 meters) in height when supported. Common Jasmine has a twining growth habit with sharply pointed pinnate leaves, each with 5 to 9 leaflets, and produces clusters of starry, pure white flowers throughout the summer. The flowers are highly fragrant, making this species particularly valued for its intense scent.

The plant’s ornamental appeal lies in its beautiful, fragrant flowers and its ability to cover structures, making it ideal for trellises, arbors, and fences. It is also used for perfumery and aromatherapy. Common Jasmine requires well-drained soil, tolerates a range of soil types, and prefers full sun to part shade. While it is generally easy to maintain, it can be susceptible to pests such as aphids and diseases like powdery mildew. Pruning is recommended to maintain its shape and promote vigorous growth. It is not known to be invasive but can spread quickly in suitable conditions.CC BY-SA 4.0

Plant Description

  • Plant Type: Vine, Shrub
  • Height: 20-30 feet
  • Width: 7-15 feet
  • Growth Rate: Rapid
  • Flower Color: White
  • Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
  • Leaf Retention: Deciduous

Growth Requirements

  • Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
  • Water: Medium
  • Drainage: Slow, Medium, Fast

Common Uses

Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Edible*Disclaimer: Easyscape's listed plant edibility is for informational use. Always verify the safety and proper identification of any plant before consumption., Fragrant, Groundcover, Hedges, Hummingbird Garden, Salt Tolerant, Showy Flowers, Street Planting

Natural Habitat

Mountainous regions, forest edges, and along riverbanks in South Asia and West Asia

Other Names

Common Names: Poet’s Jasmine, Jessamine, Summer Jasmine, White Jasmine, True Jasmine, Weißer Jasmin, Echter Jasmin, Jazmín Blanco, Jasmin Commun, Jasmin Officinal

Scientific Names: , Jasminum officinale, Jasminum officinale f. affine, Jasminum officinale var. tibeticum, Jasminum officinale var. officinale, Jasminum officinale var. piliferum, Jasminum vulgatius, Jasminum poeticum, Jasminum affine, Jasminum officinale f. aureovariegatum

GBIF Accepted Name: Jasminum officinale L.