Stephanotis

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At-A-Glance Information

This genus includes woody vining plants with evergreen foliage that is normally glossy and green. Flowers produced by these plants are waxy, tubular and very fragrant, blooming in summertime. These plants are gorgeous but finicky, disliking temperature changes and being susceptible to scale and mealybug infestations. Stems generally reach about 10 feet but can stretch a bit longer if given the space.

Stephanotis Species and Varietals

The genus Stephanotis includes 15 species, and is a member of the plant family Apocynaceae. To find your zone, click here: Zone Map.

Stephanotis floribunda (Madagascar Jasmine, Waxflower, Hawaiian Wedding Flower, Bridal Wreath)
This species is sparsely branched and can reach up to 20 feet long at maturity. Leaves are dark green and glossy, and flowers are stark white and fragrant. Blooms pop in summertime. Despite its common name, this plant is not related to true Jasmine. There is a variegated cultivar of this species with white to yellow edging and markings on leaves.

Stephanotis volubis (Dreaga volubilis)
This species is native to northeastern Pakistan through China and south to Java. Flowers are small, protected by green to yellowish bracts that open to reveal the bloom.