line · moderate · premium
Tuberose
Polianthes tuberosa · aka Mexican tuberose
Tuberose carries one of the most powerful fragrances in the flower world — a night-blooming, honey-jasmine scent that fills a room. Central to Indian wedding traditions (garlanded around the bride and groom); an editorial favourite in the West for evening events.
At a glance
| Family | Asparagaceae |
|---|---|
| Origin | Mexico; commercially grown Mexico, India, Netherlands |
| Peak season | July, August, September, October |
| Availability | May to November |
| Stem length | 60–100 cm |
| Vase life | 7–14 days |
| Colors | white, cream |
| Price tier | premium |
Conditioning
Cut on a diagonal, fresh water. Multiple florets open bottom-up over 10 days.
Care in the vase
- •Legendary night-blooming fragrance
- •Multiple florets open sequentially bottom-up
- •Not for scent-sensitive spaces
- •The Pearl (double-flowered) is the wedding cultivar
Design role & symbolism
Symbolismdangerous pleasure, voluptuousness, cultural significance in India for weddings
Occasionsevening wedding, cultural celebrations, editorial, grand arrangements
Substituteslisianthus, stephanotis
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