Continuing my series, this post is about the Orange Jasmine plant that we recently bought.

The Orange Jasmine (Murraya paniculata) is a fragrant, evergreen shrub or small tree prized for its lush foliage and beautifully scented white flowers. Despite its name, it’s not a true jasmine but gets its name from the sweet, citrus-like fragrance of its blooms, which resemble orange blossoms.

Native to South and Southeast Asia, it is often used as a hedge or ornamental plant due to its dense, glossy green leaves and attractive shape. It can grow up to 12 feet tall in the right conditions.

Its white, star-shaped flowers bloom in clusters, often multiple times a year, especially in warm climates. These are followed by small, oval red berries that attract birds. The plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It’s relatively low-maintenance and drought-tolerant once established.

The pot is Honungspalm from Ikea.

I keep this plant in direct sunlight. On our south-facing balcony in winters & north-facing balcony in summers, where it receives bright sunlight 2-3 hours a day.

This plant requires low maintenance, however, pruning the branches triggers growth and maintains the desired shape.

I water it four times a week, however it can tolerate drought well, once established.

I fertilise it every 2 months or when it shows signs of growth.

You can read more about this plant here.