Raat Rani (Night-Blooming Jasmine / Cestrum nocturnum) in 5inch pot

Indirect sunlight, water twice a week

Raat Rani (Night-Blooming Jasmine / Cestrum nocturnum)

Description:
Raat Rani, also known as Night-Blooming Jasmine or Cestrum nocturnum, is a fragrant flowering shrub famous for its sweet, enchanting scent that fills the air at night. This evergreen plant bursts into tiny white-green tubular flowers that open only after sunset, making evenings magical with their strong perfume.

Key Features:

• 🌸 Flowers: Small, creamish-white tubular blooms that open at night and release a powerful, pleasant fragrance.

• 🌿 Foliage: Smooth, glossy green leaves with slender stems.

• 📏 Height: Grows 4–6 feet tall as a shrub, and can spread widely if not pruned.

• 🌞 Light: Prefers full to partial sunlight. It grows best when it gets bright morning light and partial shade in the afternoon.

• 💧 Water: Water moderately — keep the soil slightly moist but never waterlogged. Reduce watering in winter.

• 🌡️ Temperature: Thrives in warm climates (20°C–30°C). Protect from frost or very cold winds.

• 🌱 Soil: Well-draining garden soil enriched with compost or organic matter.

• 🪴 Uses: Perfect for home gardens, balconies, or near windows and patios to enjoy its night fragrance.

Care Tips:

• Prune regularly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage new growth.

• Apply organic fertilizer during the flowering season for more blooms.

• Keep it in a sunny, well-ventilated spot for maximum flowering and fragrance.

• Can be grown in pots or directly in the ground.

Fun Fact:
The name “Raat Rani” means “Queen of the Night” — because she blooms only after sunset, spreading her mesmerizing scent through the night air.