This
small, fairly weak evergreen climber grows to only 10 ft (3 m). A
frost-tender species, it has large, glossy green leaves, and for
most of the year bears sweetly perfumed, white flowers. In China the
flowers are used for perfuming green tea, while in India they are
commonly seen in garlands. There is a double-flowered form called
ÔGrand Duke of Tuscanyt which is slow growing and reaches a height
of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Hardiness zone from 10 To 11
Cultivation : Some species are moderately frost hardy in temperate
climates, although most thrive best in subtropical to tropical
areas. Plant in full sun in fertile, moist but well-drained soil.
Prune as required after flowering. Propagate from cuttings in
summer.
Medical use:Flower used as corigens odoris, antipyretic,
galactosupresant. Leaves treats ulcer and applied as
galactosupresant. Root cures wounds, and serves as antipyretic. For
fructures. |