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| Arabian jasmine or 'sampaguita' is the national flower of both the Philippines and Indonesia |
Arabian jasmine, or more commonly known in the Philippines as “sampaguita,” is among different species of fragrant flowers to be shown at an exhibition at the Forsgate Conservatory in Hong Kong Park starting next Friday, Sept. 20.
Sampaguita, whose sweet scent can carry over long distance, is known as the national flower not just in the Philippines, but also in Indonesia.
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It will be among 700 plants from 40 species of fragrant flowers to be showcased at the upcoming exhibition, which will also include Orange-jessamine, Crepe jasmine, Kwai-fah and Banana shrub.
Orange-jessamine which is also white in color, is known for its powerful
fragrance and resilience, making it a common choice for hedges.
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| The Orange-jessamine |
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| Crepe-jasmine |
Kwai-fah, a tiny, yellowish-white flower that emits long-lasting fragrance, is also known for being edible, and is often used for desserts, as scented tea, and for creating floral liqueur.
Banana shrubs are so-called because their pale yellow blooms emit a rich, banana-like perfume. The Chinese name of the plant means "wearing a smile", because the flowers, usually partially open, resemble a person with a shy and reserved smile.
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Along with the flowers, display boards will also be set up to introduce their
characteristics, planting tips and propagation methods.
The exhibit is open to the public free of charge, and can be viewed from 9am to 5pm daily from Sept 20 to Oct 31 at the Forsgate Conservatory of Hong Kong Park, 19 Cotton Tree Drive, Central.
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