Murraya paniculata (L.) Jack
| Etymology | Genus | After Johann Andreas Murray, a 18th century Swedish student of Linnaeus |
|---|---|---|
| Species | After panicule, the structure of the inflorescence | |
| Family | Rutaceae | |
| Synonyms | Chalcas paniculata L., Murraya exotica L. | |
| Common Names | Orange Jasmine, Orange Jessamine | |
| Status | Exotic: Cultivated Only | |
| Form | Shrub | |
| Native Distribution | Southern & Southeast Asia, Northern Australia | |
Diagnostics
A common cultivated hedge shrub, Murraya paniculata have dark green, glossy compound leaves, white flowers and red fruits.
Interesting Facts
The flowers have the pleasant scent of orange blossoms, hence its common name.
Murraya paniculata grown as a hedge.
Compound leaf upper surface.
Leaflets, lower surface.
Flowers.
Stem.
Siyang ·
2018-05-06