Night jasmine (parijat) Nyctanthes arbor-tristis
Night jasmine (parijat) (Nyctanthes arbor-tristis) is an evergreen perennial shrub in the Oleaceae family, native to South Asia. It grows 3–6 m (10–20 ft) tall and 2–4 m (6.6–13 ft) wide, wants full sun and moderate water, and is hardy to about -2 °C (28 °F). Space plants about 3 m (10 ft) apart.
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Night jasmine (parijat) at a glance
| Type | Perennial shrub, evergreen |
|---|---|
| Family | Oleaceae |
| Mature height | 3–6 m (10–20 ft) |
| Mature spread | 2–4 m (6.6–13 ft) |
| Spacing | 3 m (10 ft) centre to centre |
| Sun | Full sun, at least 5 h of direct sun a day |
| Water | Moderate; drought tolerance moderate, waterlogging tolerance none |
| Soil pH | 6–7.5 |
| Cold hardiness | About -2 °C (28 °F) once established (roughly USDA zone 9) |
| Heat stress | Likely above about 42 °C (108 °F) |
| Flowering | from about August for 9–14 weeks (northern hemisphere; later in cold climates, earlier in warm ones) |
| Wind tolerance | Low |
| Pollinator value | Moderate |
| Edible | Not grown as food |
| Native to | South Asia |
| Common in gardens of | 🇮🇳 India |
Is Night jasmine (parijat) toxic?
- People: not known to be toxic
- Cats: not well documented
- Dogs: not well documented
Not reported as toxic to people; effects on cats and dogs are not documented.
If a child or pet may have eaten part of a plant, call a poison centre or vet straight away.
Companion planting: what to grow with Night jasmine (parijat)
No well-documented helpful pairing. Group it with plants that like full sun and moderate water.
Questions about Night jasmine (parijat)
- How far apart should I plant Night jasmine (parijat)?
- About 3 m (10 ft) apart, centre to centre. A mature plant spreads 2–4 m (6.6–13 ft).
- Does Night jasmine (parijat) need full sun?
- Full sun: at least 5 hours of direct sun a day.
- How much water does Night jasmine (parijat) need?
- Moderate water. Drought tolerance is moderate and waterlogging tolerance none.
- How cold-hardy is Night jasmine (parijat)?
- It tolerates about -2 °C (28 °F) once established, roughly USDA zone 9.
- When does Night jasmine (parijat) flower?
- From about August for 9–14 weeks (northern hemisphere; later in cold climates, earlier in warm ones).
- Is Night jasmine (parijat) poisonous to cats and dogs?
- For cats it is not well documented; for dogs not well documented; for people not known to be toxic. Not reported as toxic to people; effects on cats and dogs are not documented.
- What grows well with Night jasmine (parijat)?
- There is no well-documented companion pairing for Night jasmine (parijat). Group it with plants that like the same sun (full sun) and water (moderate).
Sources and evidence
Evidence grade C (C: plausible, mixed evidence).
- India Biodiversity Portal (species pages), India Biodiversity Portal
- eFlora of India, eFlora of India / Botanical Survey of India contributors
Notes and assumptions
- Fragrant white flowers with orange tubes open at night and fall by dawn; offered at temples.
Reference values for planning, not horticultural, veterinary or medical advice. Varieties, soils and local climates differ: check with a local nursery or extension service.
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- Arabian jasmine Jasminum sambac
- Early lilac (Chinese lilac) Syringa oblata