How to identify Jasmine (Chrysojasminum floridum)
Jasmine is a semi-evergreen shrub notable for its dense, fountain-like growth up to 5 feet (1.52 meters) in height. The shrub's distinct feature includes arching, quadrangular stems which facilitate easy rooting when in contact with the soil. Its foliage consists of alternately arranged, ternately compound leaves. During late spring and persisting into fall, jasmine produces eye-catching yellow blossoms with five lobes. The flowers contribute to the plant's weeping appearance, accentuated by a mass of slender, green stems.
Lifespan: Perennial
Plant Type: Shrub
Leaf Type: Evergreen
Arching, quadrangular stems aid in easy rooting and reach 5 feet (1.52 meters) tall.
Yellow, fragrant flowers with tubular corollas less than 1 inch (2.5 cm) long.
Distinctive 2-valved black berries split open upon ripening, indicating maturity.
Alternately arranged, ternately compound leaves feature ovate leaflets up to 1 inch (2.5 cm) long.
Green, smooth, quadrangular stem bends gracefully with sturdy structure for stability.
The leaves of jasmine are alternately arranged and ternately compound. Each leaflet is oval to ovate with an acuminate tip, featuring smooth, entire margins. The leaflet surface is glabrous and exhibits a deep dark green color. Individual leaflets can grow up to 1 inch (2.5 cm) in length. The leaves have a clear vein pattern that enhances their texture, contributing to their distinctive appearance.
Jasmine flowers are yellow and highly fragrant. They are salverform, featuring a tubular corolla that is slender and extends less than 1 inch (2.5 cm) in length. The flowers possess a 5-lobed arrangement. They bloom in terminal and axillary cymes, predominantly on new growth. The petals are delicate and tubular, culminating in a star-like appearance typical of this species.
The stem of jasmine is distinctly green and quadrangular in shape. It is glabrous, meaning it has a smooth, hairless surface, which contributes to its sleek appearance. The stem has an arching growth pattern, allowing it to gracefully bend and curve. This characteristic provides structural flexibility while maintaining strength. The thickness of the stem varies but generally exhibits a robust and sturdy form, aiding in the plant's overall stability and vitality.
The fruit of jasmine is a distinctive 2-valved black berry, characterized by its contrasting ripened color. Upon maturity, the fruit reveals a textured outer surface that splits open revealing the valves. These berries are small, though exact size is not specified, typically consistent with the genus. The deep black hue provides a visual cue for ripeness and a potential aid for species recognition among varying berry-producing flora.
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