This Arabian jasmine mogra plant brings sweet, fragrant white blooms and lush green foliage to your balcony, terrace or garden. Mogra (Jasminum sambac), also called motia, is famous for its heady evening fragrance. The flowers are traditionally used for gajras, puja and decoration, which makes it a favourite in Indian homes. The listing describes it as a live plant of about 20 cm in height, easy to care for and ready to grow on. It is generally listed as non-toxic to cats and dogs, but do not let pets chew on it.

Arabian jasmine thrives in full sun, so choose a spot with at least 5 to 6 hours of direct sunlight. It blooms in warm weather and can keep flowering into autumn once the plant is established. A young 20 cm plant may need a few months of growth before it produces plenty of flowers, so be patient. Plant it in a large pot with a well-draining soil mix of garden soil, cocopeat and vermicompost. Water regularly, but let the top layer of soil dry slightly, because soggy roots can cause yellow leaves. Feed it with organic fertilizer once a month, as the listing suggests, to support more flowers. [Pot size, number of stems and plant age from the listing.]

Prune lightly after a flowering flush to keep the plant bushy and encourage new buds. Check for aphids and mealybugs, and use neem-based sprays or neem cake as a first step. The fragrance is strongest in the evening, so place the pot near a seating area, window or entrance. It is a good fit for Mumbai’s warm, humid climate, where mogra usually grows well in pots on sunny balconies. Pair it with a plant stand and other fragrant plants like lavender, Madhabi Lata and tulsi for an aromatic balcony. It also makes a lovely gift for plant lovers and for festivals. Live plants vary slightly, so height and number of stems may differ from the photo. Limkrt supplies this plant. Check the latest price and buy this Arabian jasmine mogra plant online in India on Amazon.