Odorless Jessamine

Gelsemium rankinii
Español: Tobira
Rarely grown but worthy of consideration for moist areas.

Poisonous and nectar may be toxic to some insects.



Grow on support or up a tree in moist areas. Can make a good screen on a fence.

Tolerance

Not salt tolerant of inundation by salty or brackish water.



Low/no tolerance of salty wind or direct salt spray

Considertions

The flowers, leaves, and roots are poisonous and may be lethal to humans and livestock. The species nectar may also be toxic to honeybees if too much is consumed and honey made from Carolina Jessamine nectar may be toxic to humans.

Wildlife

Possibly used by hummingbirds, but toxins in the nectar may make it a last resort.

Habitat

Bogs, acidic swamps, wet river swamps.

Did You Know?

  • Showy flowers, Interesting foliage
  • Attracts bees.