cape jasmine
plant
Also known as: Gardenia jasminoides
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Cape jasmine, also known as Gardenia jasminoides, is an evergreen shrub native to eastern Asia. It is widely cultivated for its fragrant white flowers. While often called "Cape jasmine," it is not a true jasmine, which belongs to the genus Jasminum. The gardenia genus (Gardenia) is part of the madder family (Rubiaceae) and includes over 140 species of shrubs and trees found in tropical and subtropical regions. These plants typically have glossy, evergreen leaves and tubular flowers that are often strongly scented.123
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