Description
🌿 Serissa foetida ‘Variegata’, also known as Tree of a Thousand Stars, is a compact, ornamental shrub admired for its tiny, star-shaped flowers and eye-catching variegated foliage. It’s a favorite among bonsai enthusiasts and patio designers thanks to its refined structure and striking leaf contrast.
✨ Key Features
- Foliage: Small, oval leaves with creamy white edges; the variegation adds brightness to shaded spots.
- Flowers: Profuse small white blooms, mostly during warmer months—hence the poetic nickname.
- Fragrance: Despite “foetida” in the name, the scent isn’t offensive; it’s mostly noticeable when leaves are bruised.
- Size: Typically kept compact at 30–60 cm, making it ideal for patio pots or low hedging.
🌱 Care Tips
- Sunlight: Bright, indirect light or light shade—protect from harsh midday sun.
- Watering: Keep evenly moist but well-drained; sensitive to drought and root rot.
- Pruning: Regular trimming promotes branching and shape control.
- Temperature: Frost-tender—best overwintered indoors or protected during cold snaps.
🌼 Landscaping Uses
Perfect for:
- Formal patio displays and bonsai projects
- Low ornamental hedges or miniature garden borders
- Highlighting variegated textures in mixed plantings
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