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Madagascar Jasmine

Stephanotis floribunda

Also found as Stephanotis floribunda Brongn.

Stephanotis Floribunda (Stephanotis floribunda) is a climbing companion plant. Its care profile below covers light, water, temperature, humidity, substrate, feeding, seasonal care, propagation, and household placement.

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Typical placement: A tropical flowering plant display with the stated light, temperature, water, and drainage conditions
Care: Moderate to attentive · Tropical flowering plant
Everyday size: Can extend well beyond its pot when mature; provide a stable support and pruning plan.
Collector class: Mainstream
Seller listings: No verified seller listed

Botanical identity

One canonical record.

Names, aliases, lineage, and care information are organized here under one companion plant record.

Genus: Stephanotis
Family: Apocynaceae
Genetic status: Species
Propagation forms: Cutting · Rooted cutting · Seedling
Plant form: Representative photograph
Information checked: 2026-07-31

Household safety

ASPCA-listed non-toxic to cats and dogs

The applicable botanical record is listed by ASPCA as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Eating any plant material can still cause vomiting or gastrointestinal upset.

The ASPCA listing does not establish child or human edibility. Keep decorative plants out of reach and do not ingest.

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Practical care guide

How to care for Madagascar Jasmine

Tropical flowering plant guidance translated into an everyday growing plan.

Moderate to attentive

Light: Very bright light with several hours of gentle sun where tolerated
Water: Water thoroughly as the surface begins to dry; never keep the root ball stagnant
Temperature: Warm during growth and protected from frost (16–30°C)
Humidity: Moderate humidity with good air movement (40–70%)
Potting medium: Rich but free-draining peat-free container mix
Drainage: Fast drainage in a stable container
Feeding: Flowering-plant feed at label rate during active growth and bud development
Pruning and grooming: Deadhead or prune after flowering; remove crossing or weak growth
Seasonal rhythm: Follow the species' flowering cycle; reduce feed and water during slower growth
Propagation: Stem cuttings, layering, division, or seed depending on the genus
Travel planning: Arrange a check within five to seven days during flowering or hot weather
Common watch-outs: Spider mites · Mealybugs · Scale insects · Fungus gnats when the root zone stays too wet · Root rot from poor drainage · Leaf spotting where foliage remains wet without airflow

Care sourcesRoyal Horticultural Society — Houseplants

Safety and placement

A clear household plan

Exact scientific-name ASPCA record located; this statement applies to cats and dogs only.

Pets: The applicable botanical record is listed by ASPCA as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Eating any plant material can still cause vomiting or gastrointestinal upset.
Children: The ASPCA listing does not establish child or human edibility. Keep decorative plants out of reach and do not ingest.
Handling: Secure mature stems and supports against tipping
Placement: A reasonable choice for cat- or dog-aware homes when the plant, container, and any support are still placed securely.
If exposure happens: If a person chews the plant, contact Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222. For animal exposure, call a veterinarian or ASPCA Animal Poison Control at 1-888-426-4435; urgent breathing, collapse, seizure, or severe swelling requires emergency care.

Safety sourcesASPCA Animal Poison Control — Stephanotis floribunda ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plants database

Plant visual

The companion plant, clearly credited.

Primary identification photograph

The source photograph is retained with its original credit and license.

Photographer: (c) Kevin Faccenda, some rights reserved (CC BY)
License: CC BY 4.0
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Botanical source: View identity source

Scenes

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Madagascar Jasmine

Living room trellis · Architectural entryway support · Conservatory wall

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