Plant profile
Night Blooming Jasmine
Cestrum nocturnum
Famous for strong fragrance released in the evening and night.
Care snapshot
Light
Bright indirect light
Water
Every 2-3 days
Difficulty
Medium
Growth
Fast
Space
Large space, up to 300 cm
Typical cost
₹150-350
Why it works
Good fit notes
Fragrant at night
Care tip: Bright light and pruning keep it manageable
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Best for
Household fit
Safe enough for this home?
Cestrum nocturnum is not true jasmine and should be treated as toxic, especially berries/leaves.
Avoid in homes with pets or small children who may ingest berries or leaves.
Placement
Where it works best
India climate
What to watch
Buying check
Before you bring it home
Look for
- Confirm botanical identity: Cestrum nocturnum, not edible/safe jasmine.
- Buy compact plants without berries if children/pets are present.
Avoid
- Berries accessible to children/pets
- Pest infestation
- Root-bound shrub
- No fragrance despite label
Plant personality
Useful traits
Night blooming jasmine is Cestrum, not Jasminum.
Its fragrance is strongest in the evening/night.
Toxicity risk is high enough that it should be avoided in pet/toddler homes.
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