Stephanotis
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Stephanotis is a genus of plants belonging to the family Asclepiadaceae. S floribunda is known as Madagascan jasmine. Members of the genus are widely cultivated as garden plants. It is also occasionally known as Hawaiian Wedding Flower.
This flower is a symbol for marital happiness; the trumpet-shape blossoms are traditional bridal flowers. They are very fragrant and in season year-round.
It is vigorous climber, tough stemmed, bearing dark green leathery leaves, which grow in pairs at regular intervals along the vine.
Stephanotis grows best in sunny, tropical conditions, or inside. They can grow from 2-6 metres.
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[edit] Flowers
The flowers are waxy, star-shaped and highly scented, about 3cm long, in clusters and are produced in summer. Flower fade to yellow after several days. They are a favourite in weddings, used in bridal bouquets, corsages and decorations. Normally it has to be a little old and root bound to start flowering. Once it does, the result is very rewarding. The flowers are long lasting and sweetly scented.
[edit] Propagation
Propagation is by cuttings or by the seeds, which are produced irregularly.
[edit] Growing Stephanotis
Temperature: Night/Day 15-30°(59-86°F). In winter can tolerate temperatures down to 7ºC.
Watering: Water through summer, with good drainage
Humidity: Medium
Pests: Rarely troubled by pests but, Mealy bugs can be a problem of poorly cared for plants.
Diseases: None known as of this time
Plant Form: Evergreen
Family: Asclepiadaceae
Origin: Native to Madagascar and East Africa
Flowering: Spring and Summer
Height: 2-6 metres
Width: n/a
Propagation: Stem cuttings or seed
Care &Tips: Keep temperatures regulated, changes in temperature often are the cause of bud drop.
Hydroponics: plant is suitable
Vase Life: Around a week
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