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| Family | Rubiaceae. |
| Genus & Species | Mitriostigma axillare |
| AKA | Gardenia citriodora. |
| Common Name | African Gardenia. |
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| Size/Shape | Grows to 10-20" in container. Shrub. |
| Leaves | Dark green glossy leaves. |
| Flowers | The flowers are quite simple, five white petals surround a yellow center. Many white flowers about half an inch wide are produced in small groups where leaves join the stem. |
| Blooming Season | Everbloomer. The flowers are always present in dense clusters somewhere on the plant. |
| Fragrance | Exceptionally fragrant. Wonderfully fragrant. |
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| Light | Full or partial sun. |
| Climate | Zone 10 and higher. Minimum temperature 55°. Tolerates a temperature range of 50F-80F, but tends to grow better at cooler temperatures. |
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| Source to Buy | Logees plant. |
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