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Rajanigandha

Local Name	:	Rajanigandha
Botanical Name	:	Polianthes tuberosa L.
Common Name	:	Tuberose
Family	:	Asparagaceae
Distribution	:	It is cultivated in India including Odisha. It is native to Mexico but has been introduced and cultivated in many tropical and subtropical regions worldwide.
Habit	:	Herb
Short Description	:	It is a fragrant flowering plant, produces spikes of white, waxy flowers with a strong, sweet scent, often used in perfumes and floral arrangements.

Descriptions

It is a perennial plant with long, narrow, and strap-like leaves that grow in a basal rosette. The plant produces a tall flower spike, typically 80 to 100 cm in height, bearing clusters of fragrant, waxy white flowers. These tubular flowers are arranged in pairs along the spike and emit a strong, sweet fragrance, particularly at night. The stems are sturdy and support the weight of the numerous blooms. The tuberose grows from a bulbous root system.

Flowering & Fruiting Period

July - October

Use(s)

The flowers are highly valued in the perfume industry for their strong, sweet fragrance.