Description
Flowers make intimate connections, they increase our connectivity with family and friends. Juhi is one of the most beautiful and fragrant amongst all flowering plants in Asia.
Jasminum auriculatum is a species of Jasmine belong to the Oleaceae family.
It is a stunning, small climbing bushy plant with simple ovate dark green small leaves and powdery satin white flowers are solitary, more often in cymose clusters of three tomany, usually fragrant corolla tubular with four to nine lobes, stamens two, ovary 2 loculed with 1-4 erect ovaries.
Plant Specifications
| Plant Spread | 5 inch (13 cm) |
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
| Common Name | Jasmine Molle, Indian Jasmine, Juhi. |
| Maximum Reachable Height | Up to 9 mete |
| Flower Colour | White |
| Bloom Time | June to August |
| Difficulty Level | Easy |
Planting and care
Refer our Garden Guide for detailed procedures and meanings of words related to gardening.
Sunlight
3-6 hrs of sunlight is ideal for flowering and plant can grow well in natural bright light for rest of the day.SoilThe soil should be well drained and fertile, rich in organic content.WateringPoke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.Apply 4 cup (Approx. 200 ml) water when the top soil (1-2 inch) in pot feels dry to touch.Apply water probably morning or evening time.Do not overwater the plant.As a rule of thumb, water the plant thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season.Application of FertilizerBefore the application of fertilizer loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the plant so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture.During the main growing season (Feb to May, July to Sep) feed the plant with organic fertilizer once a month.Apply water immediately after application of fertilizer.Plant ProtectionRemove dead, infected or damaged plant parts and discard them away from the plants.For any insect attack or disease, you can use Neem oil, Eucalyptus oil or Citrus oil spray for primary treatment.DontsDo not over water the plant especially when pot does not have drainage holes.Avoid applying water on flowers and leaves it may cause fungus infection.Avoid applying water on flowers and leaves it may cause fungus infection.Juhi care
Initial care for 1-2 weeks after receiving plant at your location:
Keep the plant in Natural indirect bright Light.Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture. apply 4 cup (Approx. 200 ml) water when top soil (1-2 inches) feels dry to touch. Do not re-pot for min. 2 weeks after receiving it. | Sunlight | 3-6 hrs of direct sunlight and natural bright light for the rest of the day. |
| Watering | Diseases like bacterial and fungal infection, sooty mold and pest like Mealy bug, Aphids, scale insect. Spray Neem, Eucalyptus or Citrus oil as a primary treatment. Avoid overwatering to plant. |
| Soil | Soil should be well drain and fertile, rich in organic content. |
| Temperature | 18 to 30 degrees Celcius. |
| Fertilizer | During the main growing season (June-July) feed the plant with organic fertilizer. |
Juhi special feature
The fragrant flowers also attract both hummingbirds and butterflies to your yard.
Juhi uses
Ornamental Use:
- Mainly used for ornamental purposes as fragrant flower
- Flowers andbuds are used for making garlands, bouquets, veni for religious offerings
- They are also used for the production of perfumed hair oils and attar
Medicinal Use:
- The oil is also used in soap and cosmeticindustry
- Note- Please consults your health advisor before application or consuming of plants or plant parts
