Chandani (crepe jasmine)
About This Plant
Chandani, also known as Crepe Jasmine or Tabernaemontana divaricata, is a beautiful evergreen shrub prized for its shiny green foliage and elegant, white pinwheel-shaped flowers. It blooms throughout the year, adding a serene charm to any garden. This low-maintenance plant thrives in warm, tropical climates and prefers partial to full sunlight. Often grown for its ornamental beauty and mild fragrance, Chandani also holds cultural significance in many Indian households and temples.
Size
Medium (3-6 feet tall as a shrub)
Light
Partial shade to full sun.
Benefits
Care Instructions
Watering
Water moderately. Keep soil slightly moist but not soggy.
Lighting
Partial shade to full sun.
Temperature
Prefers warm, tropical climate. Sensitive to frost.
Humidity
Moderate to high humidity preferred.
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil.
Fertilizer
Apply a balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring and mid-summer.