Flower Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| English Name | Mexican Orange |
| Scientific Name | Choisya ternata |
| Main Color | White |
| Plant Type |  Shrub |
| Distribution |  Cultivated |
| Flowering | May - Jun |
| Image | Choisya-003 |
| Photographer | DP |
| Location Found | Islington |
| Country Found | UK |
Flower Details
Description
Choisya ternata is an evergreen shrub with aromatic, glossy green leaves and clusters of fragrant, white star-shaped flowers. It typically grows to about 2-3 metres in height and blooms in spring, with a possible second flowering in autumn.
Distribution
Native to Mexico and the southwestern United States, it is widely cultivated in gardens across temperate regions, including the UK.
Medicinal/Other Uses
— No significant medicinal uses.
Edibility
Inedible - not considered suitable for consumption due to lack of nutritional or culinary value.
Human Toxicity
Non_ToxicNon Toxic - generally safe to handle, with no known harmful effects on humans.
Pet Toxicity
Non Toxic - safe for pets, with no known toxic effects.
Active Compounds
Limonene, linalool, coumarins.