Basic Waxflower Flower Information

Common Names
Waxflower

Scientific Name
Genus species Waxflower unicinatum
Family Myrtaceae

History
Also known as Madagascar jasmine, the waxflower is native from Malaya to Madagascar. Its name derives from the Greek stephanos, which means "crown," and otos, which means "ear," refering to the five earlike appendages on the staminal crown at the flowers' center.

Waxflower Flower Meaning
Happiness in Marriage

Waxflowers are, also, associated with:

Astrological Flowers
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Birth Month Flower
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Floral Design Qualities For Waxflowers

Type Of Use: Flower
Form: Filler
Fragrance: Mild
Line: N/A
Silhouette: Delicate/Branched
Blossom Texture: Waxy
Stem Size: 16-26 "
Blossom Size: <1/4- < 1/2"
Vase Life: 1-2 Days

Waxflower Design Uses
The white color, delicate shape, and light fragrance make stephanotis popular for wedding and corsage work.

Waxflower Flower Colors
Whites/ Ivories

General Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Wedding Flower Availability
Year Round, Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter

Flower Pictures of Waxflowers