Carolina jasmine

Carolina jasmine (Gelsemium sempervirens)

Carolina jasmine, also known as Yellow jessamine, Gelsemium

Carolina jasmine (Gelsemium sempervirens) is a vine native to the southern United States and Central America. Known for its attractive yellow flowers, it is also referred to as Yellow Jessamine, Carolina Jessamine, Evening Trumpetflower, and Woodbine. While it is a popular choice for gardens, all parts of the plant are toxic if ingested and can cause skin irritation, making it a potentially risky houseplant, especially for households with pets or children.

Key Facts About Carolina jasmine

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Attributes of Carolina jasmine

Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Vine
Plant Height
3 m to 6 m
Spread
90 cm to 1.8 m
Leaf Color
Green Yellow Red Gold Purple
Flower Size
2.5 cm to 3 cm
Flower Color
Yellow Gold

Scientific Classification of Carolina jasmine

Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Gentianales
Family
Logania
Genus
Trumpetflower
Species
Carolina jasmine

Toxicity

Ingestion