Wrightia religiosa is normally called the Water Jasmine or Japanese Suamei. I wish I knew how to pronouce that.
In the past, I have gotten these plants from a number of different sources and those from Lazada were fine specimens as well as those from nurseries. I also noticed many advertised as variegated. I got some and they also have a nice appearance.
Wrightia religiosa specifics
- Core Identification & Taxonomy
- Scientific Name: Wrightia religiosa
- Common Name: Japanese Suamei, Water Jasmine, sacred Buddhist
- Family: Apcynaceae
- Varietals: Variegated
- Habitat/Range: China, Indochina, Malaysia, and the Philippines
- Morphology & Characteristics
- Growth Habit: Shrub about 2m in height
- Leaves: Opposite parirs of thin and smooth leaves that are light green
- Flowers: Small pendulous flowers that smell of Jasmine, bisexual
- Fruit/Seed: Green
- Stem/Bark: Very flexible branches, exposed roots possible
- Growth: Very fast
- Bonsai Notes
- Sun Exposure: Semi shade or Full sun 4-6 hours daily
- Water Use: moderate water
- Soil Mix: Akadama, Pumice, Lava Rock
- Fertilizing: nitrogen fertilizer every 4 weeks during the active growing season (spring through autumn).
- Styling and Maintenance
- Pruning: Regular pruning is essential.
- Defoliation:
- Wiring: Branches can be wired year-round
Gallery images
First, we are uploading pictures of our plants to show the parts of a plant that may help in identification. Second, we only have so many plants and my photography skills are not actually skillful. Finally, if it would help to see another angle or view, send us a message and we will attempt to get the right picture perspective.
