Madhukamini

Madhukamini (botanically known as Murraya paniculata, commonly referred to as Orange Jasmine, Orange Jessamine, or Satinwood) is a popular evergreen tropical shrub widely admired for its highly fragrant white blossoms and glossy dark green foliage.

Key Characteristics

• Botanical Family: Rutaceae (Citrus family).

• Growth Habit: Dense, compact evergreen shrub or small tree that can grow from 3 to 10 feet tall depending on the variety (dwarf vs. standard).

• Flowers: Small, highly sweet-scented white flowers that emit an intense, orange blossom-like fragrance, especially during the evening and night.

• Berries: Produces small, oval fleshy berries that turn from green to orange-red as they mature.

• Bloom Time: Blooms continuously in flushes throughout the warm spring, summer, and rainy seasons.

Plant Care & Growing Guide

• Sunlight Requirements

  • Prefers bright, indirect sunlight to full sun (at least 4 to 6 hours of daily sunlight) for maximum flowering.

• Watering

  • Water moderately when the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.

  • Avoid overwatering or letting the pot sit in water, as poor drainage causes root rot.

• Soil & Potting Mix

  • Needs rich, well-draining, slightly acidic soil.

  • Ideal potting ratio: Garden soil, organic compost/vermicompost, and coarse sand or perlite.

• Temperature & Humidity

  • Thrives in warm, humid conditions.

  • Protect from cold winds and frost during cold winter months.

• Fertilization

  • Feed every 2–3 weeks with an organic liquid fertilizer or mustard cake solution during the active spring and summer growing period.

• Pruning

  • Prune lightly after each flowering period to maintain a tidy, bushy shape and encourage fresh shoots for the next bloom cycle.