Japanese Star Jasmine, Small Leaf Confederate Jasmine, Asiatic Jasmine

Trachelospermum asiaticum

Physical Characteristics

Trachelospermum asiaticum is an evergreen Climber growing to 6 m (19ft) by 6 m (19ft) at a slow rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year, in flower from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - Japan, Korea.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; Shady Edge; Ground Cover;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Young buds - cooked[105, 177]. No more details are given, we do not know if it is the leaf or flower buds that are referred to.

Medicinal Uses

None known

Known Hazards

None known