Wrightia Religiosa 15G

Wrightia Religiosa in 15-Gallon Pot available in Jupiter, FL

Elegant, delicately fragrant, and deeply symbolic—Wrightia Religiosa (Wrightia religiosa), also known as the Water Jasmine or Sacred Buddhist, is a beloved tropical ornamental prized for its cascading branches and sweetly scented white flowers. This graceful shrub or small tree brings beauty and serenity to any South Florida landscape, especially when shaped into bonsai, hedges, or softly arching focal points.

The 15-gallon pot offers a mature, lush specimen ready to make an immediate impact in your garden or patio space.

Care & Growing Info (Optimized for South Florida):

• Sunlight: Full sun to part shade. Flowers best with 6+ hours of direct sunlight daily.

• Watering: Moderate to high. Likes evenly moist soil, especially when flowering. Avoid drying out completely.

• Soil: Rich, well-draining soil with organic matter. Thrives in slightly acidic to neutral conditions.

• Fertilizer: Feed monthly with a balanced fertilizer during growing and blooming seasons to encourage flowering and full foliage.

• Growth Habit: Multi-stemmed, naturally weeping form. Can be pruned as a shrub, small tree, or trained into bonsai. In-ground, can reach 6–15 feet tall.

• Temperature: Ideal for USDA Zones 10–11. Loves South Florida’s climate. Sensitive to cold—protect if temps dip below 40°F.

• Maintenance: Moderate. Trim regularly to maintain shape and promote airflow. Responds well to pruning and shaping.

Foliage & Flower Notes:
Soft, narrow green leaves form on arching stems, creating a light, airy appearance. Fragrant white bell-shaped flowersbloom repeatedly in warm weather, attracting pollinators and adding a peaceful touch to any setting.

Medicinal & Nutritional Benefits:
Traditionally used in Southeast Asian herbal practices, Wrightia religiosa has been studied for potential anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, though it's primarily grown for its ornamental and spiritual qualities. Not used for culinary purposes.

Ideal For:

• Tropical privacy hedges or soft screening

• Fragrant, flowering garden beds

• Bonsai shaping and artistic gardening

• Zen or meditation garden designs

• Gardeners seeking low-key elegance

Plant Classification:

• Scientific Name: Wrightia religiosa

• Common Name: Water Jasmine, Sacred Buddhist

• Plant Type: Flowering tropical shrub or small tree

• Family: Apocynaceae

• Class: Dicot

• Growth Form: Broadleaf evergreen perennial

  • Evergreen: Maintains foliage year-round in warm climates

  • Perennial: Returns and blooms season after season

  • Broadleaf: Fine-textured leaves, ideal for shaping and training

• Container Size: 15-gallon pot

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