Pavizhamalli Plant — Nyctanthes arbor-tristis | Night Jasmine Fragrant Flowering Tree Pavizhamalli (Nyctanthes arbor-tristis), known as Night Jasmine or Parijat, is one of Kerala’s most beloved and culturally significant flowering trees. Its delicate white flowers with a vivid orange tube bloom at night and fall at dawn — carpeting the ground in a fragrant floral offering. The state flower of West Bengal and deeply revered across India. Plant Details Botanical Name: Nyctanthes arbor-tristis Common Names: Pavizhamalli, Parijat, Night Jasmine, Harsingar, Coral Jasmine Family: Oleaceae Plant Type: Deciduous to semi-evergreen flowering shrub/small tree Height: 3–8 metres at maturity Flower Colour: White petals with vivid orange tube; intensely fragrant Flowering Season: Monsoon to Winter (August–December) Fragrance: Intensely sweet, one of the most fragrant flowers in India Growing Conditions Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established Soil: Well-draining loamy soil; tolerates a range of soil types Fertilizer: Monthly balanced NPK; organic compost twice yearly Container Suitability: Young plants in large pots; best in ground for mature growth Landscaping Uses: Garden specimen, courtyard tree, temple garden, fragrant avenue Care Guide Flowers bloom at night and fall at dawn — collect fallen flowers for use in worship and natural dye Prune lightly after the flowering season to shape Thrives in Kerala’s warm, humid climate Orange flower tubes yield a natural saffron-yellow dye used in traditional textiles Customer FAQs Q: Is Pavizhamalli the same as Parijat?A: Yes — Pavizhamalli is the Malayalam name for Nyctanthes arbor-tristis, known as Parijat in Hindi and Harsingar in North India.. Q: When does it flower?A: Main flowering season is monsoon to winter (August to December), with flowers blooming at night and falling at dawn. Q: Can I use the flowers?A: Yes — the flowers are used in worship, garlands, and the orange tubes yield a natural yellow-saffron dye for textiles. ✓ Nursery Fresh ✓ Healthy Dispatch ✓ Secure Packaging ✓ Expert Support ✓ WhatsApp Assistance Shipping: ₹80/kg within Kerala. Outside Kerala: no refund/replacement for transit damage. Continuous opening video required for Kerala claims. Images are representative. Minor natural variation in size, colour, and growth stage is expected and not a defect.
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