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What kind of plant is Jasminum multiflorum? Let us introduce you to this woody plant

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Jasminum multiflorum (downy jasmine) belongs to a type of plant in the Oleaceae family; it is a climbing shrub, and its flowers are pure white with a delicate fragrance like that of jasmine flowers. It is native to India and is widely cultivated in mainland China.

Other names for Jasminum multiflorum

Downy jasmine, many-flowered jasmine.

Growth habits of Jasminum multiflorum

Jasminum multiflorum has slender branches and simple leaves with a smooth surface that also bears short soft hairs. It blooms from October each year to April of the following year, with a long flowering period.

Jasminum multiflorum prefers a warm environment with ample light, and in the cold winter it should be cared for indoors.

Jasminum multiflorum prefers fertile, loose soil.

Jasminum multiflorum is mainly propagated by cuttings, which can be done in spring and summer. During cutting growth, attention should be paid to keeping moisture and warmth, with a topdressing once every 10 days. By autumn, fertilizing can be stopped. In winter, care for it indoors, give it enough light, and promote flowering.

The value of Jasminum multiflorum

The medicinal value of Jasminum multiflorum is that it can treat illnesses, red and swollen eyes, tearing in the wind, and so on, and it can also help people with insomnia reduce symptoms of insomnia.

The garden value of Jasminum multiflorum is that, because of its long flowering period, pure white flowers, and fresh fragrance, it can be potted indoors to beautify the environment, and it can also be made into a wreath to place indoors or in the garden for viewing.

Jasminum multiflorum also has economic value, as it can be used to extract jasmine oil. To make essence, and since jasmine oil itself is high in price, Jasminum multiflorum can also sell for a good price.

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