Oleaceae
Jasminum fluminense
Brazilian jasmine
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Not currently in the nursery
We can propagate most native species on request — get in touch to discuss timeline and quantity.
About
This evergreen, woody climbing vine can reach 4-15 metres, featuring opposite, trifoliolate leaves with broadly ovate leaflets. It produces clusters of highly fragrant white flowers, often tinged with pink, which open at night. The plant then develops small, glossy, dark purple to black berries.
Where it works in Kilifi
This vigorous, woody climbing vine is well-suited for a Kilifi coast garden, thriving in full sun to partial shade and preferring well-drained soil. It can be trained on trellises, arbors, or fences, or used as a dense hedge with regular pruning, though its invasive potential requires careful management to prevent smothering other vegetation.
Growing notes
This vine exhibits vigorous, fast growth and, once established, requires deep watering weekly, allowing the soil to dry slightly between applications to prevent root rot. Regular pruning is essential to manage its size and shape, as it can be highly invasive, spreading rapidly by seed and cuttings, and smothering other vegetation.
Sources
Researched with web grounding from: cabidigitallibrary.org, ufl.edu, levypreserve.org, fnai.org, grokipedia.com, plantpono.org. Please verify with local knowledge before relying on these notes.