Jasminum suavissimum: is a member of the Oleaceae family. The species is known as Sweet Jasmine.
Jasminum suavissimum may be a sub-shrub with trailing stems or a weak climber with wiry stems. Its small leaflets are in fact reduced compound leaves. They are linear, bright green and shiny.
Between August and November white flowers appear that are three centimetres in diameter. Flowers are preceded by pink buds. Blooms are sweetly scented and rival the perfume of exotic Jasmines. Black, shiny berries follow the flowers.
Sweet Jasmine is common in south-eastern Queensland and north-eastern New South Wales . The species is found in open forest and woodland, often on rocky slopes.
Jasminum suavissimum could be grown amongst other shrubs where it will climb amongst these plants. It could also be cultivated on supports near doorways and windows so that you receive the full benefit of the perfume.
On a recent trip we came across Sweet Jasmine growing in an area choked with weeds. Many Jasmine plants were using the weeds for support and filled the air with their fragrance.
We have also received reports of Jasminum suavissimum using fence wires for support.
Propagate from seed and cuttings.

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