Mitriostigma axillare (African Gardenia) - Image 7

Botanical names: Mitriostigma axillare, Gardenia citriodora

Common name: African Gardenia

Family: Rubiaceae

Origin: Southern Africa

USDA Plant Hardiness MapSmall plant 2-5 ftSemi-shadeFull sunRegular waterWhite, off-white flowersPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsFragrant plant
Mitriostigma axillare (African Gardenia) white flower cluster, close up view of plant petals.


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