

How to identify Orange cestrum (Cestrum aurantiacum)
Orange cestrum, also known as Orange jessamine, Night-blooming Jasmine, Orange Zest
Orange cestrum is a robust evergreen shrub with vine-like qualities, reaching up to 8' (2.4 m) in optimal conditions. It exhibits vibrant orange tubular blossoms that bloom in the late spring to early fall period. Post-flowering, these give way to white berries. Its foliage is capable of sustaining partial to full sunlight exposure, and requires moderate hydration. Visually striking, orange cestrum is known for its frost resilience down to the mid 20s F (-3 to -4°C) and is a magnet for butterflies and hummingbirds.
Vibrant orange tubular flowers in 4-inch clusters, emitting citrus fragrance at night.
Shiny, light green leaves with a wet dog odor when crushed, oval to lance-shaped.
Petite, globular white berries in clusters, smooth surface, diameter of 0.4 inches (1 cm).
The leaves of orange cestrum are light green and shiny, measuring up to 6 inches (15 cm) in length and 2.75 inches (7 cm) in width. They are broadly oval to lance-shaped with an entire margin. The leaf apex is acute or has a distinct drip tip. When crushed, the leaves emit a distinctive odor reminiscent of a wet dog. They are alternately arranged and possess a smooth, glossy texture which is crucial for identification.
In late spring or summer, orange cestrum produces 4-inch (10 cm) clusters of vibrant orange or yellow tubular flowers, each 1 inch (2.5 cm) long. The flowers have 5-6 small, round lobes and are arranged at branch tips and leaf axils. They emit a citrus fragrance at night. These blooms appear almost year-round.
The fruit of orange cestrum manifests as petite, globular berries with a diameter of roughly 0.4 inches (1 cm). Upon maturity in the summer season, each berry exhibits a distinctive palette of pale gray to white hues. Their surface texture is smooth, encapsulating the soft, fleshy interior characterized by these berries. Typically found in clusters, these fruits are a rarity in regions outside of tropical climates. While the berries may tempt observers with their ornamental appearance, it is important to handle them with care.
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Scientific Classification of Orange cestrum