Cape jasmines bloom in summer, lasting from May to July. They have beautiful white flowers and a strong and refreshing fragrance, which bring about great ornamental value.

Besides, they are of great practical use. Cape jasmines are native Chinese herbs since ancient times. Their fruits are bright as lanterns and good at detoxification. Chinese people in Qin and Han Dynasty(221 BC-220 AD) collected Cape jasmines’ fruits for medical or dyeing use. Cape jasmines were the most popular yellow dye at that time. According to the research, the flowers of cape jasmines are full of gardenin, vitamin and other nutrient content. They can be food or medicines and are used in various fields.