Color:

Stephanotis

Stephanotis floribunda

Vine

Popular

Dogbane Family

Madagascar jasmine with waxy white star flowers. Intensely fragrant. Traditional bridal flower. Also called wax flower. Symbol of marital happiness. Climbing vine with pristine blooms.

Bloom Season

Spring, Summer

Habitat

Tropical

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Perfect For

Wedding

Care & Vase Life

Stays fresh for 3 to 7 days

when properly cared for

Keep cool but not cold - tropical plant

Handle by tubes only - petals bruise easily

Mist occasionally to maintain humidity

Classic bridal flower - often wired for bouquets

Very fragrant

Mist flowers

Keep warm

Individual florets can be wired for bouquets

Fragrance Profile

Strong

Intensely sweet, jasmine-like perfume

Safety Information

Toxic to Cats

Toxic to Dogs

Toxic to Humans

Mildly toxic - sap can cause skin irritation, ingestion causes digestive upset

Fun Facts

Known as the bridal flower - traditionally carried by brides

Also called Madagascar Jasmine though not a true jasmine

Queen Victoria carried stephanotis in her wedding bouquet

The waxy flowers symbolize marital happiness

Origin & History

Native to Madagascar

Native to Madagascar, stephanotis was introduced to European greenhouses in the 1830s. Its waxy white flowers and intoxicating fragrance quickly made it a bridal favorite. Queen Victorias wedding bouquet included stephanotis, cementing its association with marriage that continues today.