Native

Orange Jessamine 180MM

Murraya paniculata

I am Orange Jessamine. My family originated from Australia, S.E. Asia.

Habit Shrub - Fragrant Flowers

Plant family Rutaceae

I am an evergreen shrub or small tree with small aromatic flowers and glossy green leaves. I am widely grown as an ornamental tree or hedge. I am native to South Asia and Australia. Related to citrus my fragrance is similar. I produce small orange fruit which while not toxic are not palatable.

I am popular and will make you happy because...

I produce highly perfumed star shaped white flowers almost all year

My compact form and bright green foliage suit me to hedging and screening

Elegant I am well suited as a feature plant

Features

Ideal light: Part ShadeI thrive in PART SHADE (Filtered Sun or Morning Sun)

Height: 3m Width: 3m(Can be kept trimmed to Height: 1m Width: 1m)(Size at point of sale approx. 60cm including pot)

Water needs: MediumI need moderate water once established

I prefer a moist well drained soil

Frost tolerance: Medium

Plant features

Cut flowers White flowers Green foliage Flowers Jan-Mar, Jun-Dec

Council planting lists On 1 council list

Listed in these Victorian councils' published plant lists.

City of Greater Dandenong
Recommended for landscape plans: Landscape Plan Guidelines: recommended species (Large shrub, exotic) Source

From each council's website, checked 26 Oct 2026. Councils update their lists from time to time, so check the source before planting on council land or for a planning permit. Find your council's lists

Plant me:

In garden beds and general landscaping
As a hedge or screening plant
In native and wildlife gardens

Tips for success

I respond well to pruning and am easily trimmed to formal shapes

Suggested spacing: 1.5m apart.

Part Shade (morning or filtered sun for 4-6 hours)

Water regularly while establishing, then check soil moisture before watering.

Enjoy the fragrant foliage or flowers.

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Ask your retailer for Orange Jessamine by Southern Plants. Our plants are available through Bunnings, good retail nurseries, or via landscapers. We do not sell direct to the public. Availability in individual stores varies; contact your retailer before visiting.

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