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Cestrum Nocturnum

Also known as

Night-Blooming Jessamine, Night-Blooming Jessamine, Night-blooming jasmine, Night-blooming cestrum, Raatrani and Night Blooming Jasmine

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Cestrum nocturnum

Genus

Cestrum

Family

Solanaceae

Order

Solanales

How to care for Cestrum Nocturnum

💦 Water

How often to water your Cestrum Nocturnum

Cestrum Nocturnum needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Night-Blooming Jessamine in your home

Cestrum Nocturnum may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Cestrum Nocturnum in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Cestrum Nocturnum

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Cestrum Nocturnum: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Cestrum Nocturnum after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

💦 Water Needs

Cestrum Nocturnum prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Night-Blooming Jessamine Water Frequency →

Night-Blooming Jessamine Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Cestrum Nocturnum may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Night-Blooming Jessamine Light Requirements →

Night-Blooming Jessamine Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

🪴 Soil

Cestrum Nocturnum does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Night-Blooming Jessamine →

When and How to Successfully Repot Night-Blooming Jessamine →

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.