Wrightia vietnamensis (Dwarf Sacred Buddhist)

Wrightia vietnamensis white flower close up on a green leafy branch
Wrightia vietnamensis branch with white star shaped flower and green oval leaves

Botanical name: Wrightia vietnamensis

Common name: Dwarf Sacred Buddhist

Family: Apocynaceae

Origin: Vietnam

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 10-11

Small plant 2-5 ftPlant used for bonsaiPlant form: Small; suitable for bonsai
Plant mature sizeMature height: 2-5 ft
Full sunSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Regular. Let topsoil dry slightlyWatering: Regular
White, off-white flowersFlower color: White and off-white
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; small gardens, containers, and indoor growing
Fragrant plantFragrance: Fragrant; perfume plant
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

This rare variety of famous wrightia is very special because of the growth habit. Even in habitat, it keeps form of a bonsai, a round nice dense shrub with tiny leaves and wonderfully scented flowers. It's not too slow growing, but the growth improves density of the shrub. In habitat, the plant stays under 3 ft tall, in pot you can keep it as small as you want and have a nice house plant as well. It is perfect for bonsai culture and for everyone who has limited space but wants to enjoy wrightia fragrance. The perfume is sweet and heavy. Requires regular watering and bright light. Can tolerate some cool weather for a short period, but sensitive to freezing.

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Wrightia vietnamensis green plant with tiny white flowers and dense slender branching
Wrightia vietnamensis bush covered in small white flowers and many thin green branches
Wrightia vietnamensis white flower and green leaves on a woody plant branch close up
Wrightia vietnamensis white flower clusters among small green leaves on woody stems.
Wrightia vietnamensis with white flowers and small green leaves on thin woody branches
Wrightia vietnamensis with white flowers and small green leaves on dense woody branches
Wrightia vietnamensis plant with small white flower clusters inside a black plastic container
Wrightia vietnamensis sits in a pot with green foliage and small white flowers
Wrightia vietnamensis (Dwarf Sacred Buddhist) green plant growing in a small round container
Wrightia vietnamensis (Dwarf Sacred Buddhist) planted in a pot with light sandy soil around it.
Wrightia vietnamensis (Dwarf Sacred Buddhist) green plant with narrow leaves in orange plastic container
Wrightia vietnamensis (Dwarf Sacred Buddhist) with thin green leaves growing in a small orange pot.
Wrightia vietnamensis (Dwarf Sacred Buddhist) plant with vibrant green leaves in a round pot.
Wrightia vietnamensis (Dwarf Sacred Buddhist) plant growing with many small green leaves in a container.
Wrightia vietnamensis (Dwarf Sacred Buddhist) plant with green leaves in a dark grey pot
Wrightia vietnamensis (Dwarf Sacred Buddhist) plant with green leaves in a dark grey pot


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Wrightia vietnamensis, Dwarf Sacred Buddhist

2528 Wrightia vietnamensis, Dwarf Sacred Buddhist

Dwarf Sacred Buddhist. This rare variety of famous wrightia is very special because of the growth habit. Even in habitat, it keeps form of a bonsai, a round nice dense shrub with tiny leaves and wonderfully scented flowers. It is perfect for bonsai culture and for everyone who has limited space but wants to enjoy wrightia fragrance. The perfume is sweet and heavy.
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Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Pikake - Fragrant Flower Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot
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