Har singar should not be confused with the West
Indian shrub Cestrum nocturnum, also called queen of the night. Nyctanthes
arbortristis literally means, night-blooming sad tree. Grows as large
shrub or small tree depending on how it is trained. The large attractive
leaves are rough and hairy. The sweet scented flowers are small,
attractive with white petals and an orange-red tube in center and bloom
profusely, opening at night and drop off in the morning, thus making a
carpet of flowers in the morning. Used for worship. Needs warmth during
winter months. Use well drained soil and fertilize once a month.
Identification credit: Rita Singh
Photographed in Delhi.
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