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night jessamine

Cestrum nocturnum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Magnoliopsida ›Order: Solanales ›Family: Solanaceae ›Genus: Cestrum

About

Cestrum nocturnum (common names include night-blooming jasmine, night-blooming cestrum, and raatrani), is a species of Cestrum in the plant family Solanaceae (the potato family). It is native to the West Indies, but naturalized in South Asia .

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of night jessamine?
The scientific name of night jessamine is Cestrum nocturnum.
What is the conservation status of night jessamine?
The night jessamine has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does night jessamine belong to?
night jessamine belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does night jessamine belong to?
night jessamine belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does night jessamine belong to?
night jessamine belongs to the class Magnoliopsida.
What order does night jessamine belong to?
night jessamine belongs to the order Solanales.
What family does night jessamine belong to?
night jessamine belongs to the family Solanaceae.
What genus does night jessamine belong to?
night jessamine belongs to the genus Cestrum.