Plant Care Cestrum Nocturnum

Cestrum Nocturnum

Also known as

Night-Blooming Jessamine, Night-Blooming Jessamine, Night-blooming jasmine, Night-blooming cestrum, Raatrani and Night Blooming Jasmine

Taxonomy

Cestrum nocturnum
Cestrum
Solanaceae
Solanales

How to care for Cestrum Nocturnum

💦 Water

How often to water your Cestrum Nocturnum

Water needs for Cestrum Nocturnum
0.5 cups
every 9

Cestrum Nocturnum needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Calculate water needs of Cestrum Nocturnum

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Night-Blooming Jessamine in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Cestrum Nocturnum: 3ft from a window
3ft or less from
a window

Cestrum Nocturnum may have difficulty thriving, and will drop leaves 🍃, without ample sunlight.

Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Cestrum Nocturnum in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Cestrum Nocturnum

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Cestrum Nocturnum: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Cestrum Nocturnum after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
💦 Water Needs

Cestrum Nocturnum prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Cestrum Nocturnum may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves 🍃 without ample sunlight. Place it less than 3 feet from a window to maximize the potential for growth. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Cestrum Nocturnum is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Cestrum Nocturnum is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.


🪴 Soil

Cestrum Nocturnum does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

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🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Cestrum Nocturnum can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 8a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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Night-Blooming Jessamine Hardiness Zones →

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🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Cestrum Nocturnum, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Cestrum Nocturnum

Cestrum Nocturnum

Cestrum Nocturnum


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 3ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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