Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Star Jasmine |
| MainColor | White |
| PlantType |  Vine |
| Growth Type |  Cultivated |
| Season | July |
| ImageUrl | Trachelospermum-001 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location | Abbots Langley |
| Human Toxicity |  Mildly_Toxic |
Flower Details
Description
Evergreen, woody, twining vine with glossy leaves and highly fragrant white star-shaped flowers. Often grown ornamentally.
Distribution
Native to East and Southeast Asia, cultivated widely in warm temperate regions, including sheltered UK gardens.
Medicinal/Other Uses
Limited use; in traditional Chinese medicine, related species have been used as anti-inflammatory and analgesic agents.
Edibility
Not edible; all parts contain latex-like sap.
Human Toxicity
The milky sap can cause skin irritation or dermatitis on contact. Ingestion of leaves or sap may lead to vomiting, nausea, or diarrhoea.
Pet Toxicity
Toxic to cats and dogs if ingested.
Active Compounds
Triterpenoid saponins, iridoids, alkaloids.