The flower margins, wavy and softly undulating like crepe paper, give this shrub its common name. Fairchild Tropical Garden in Miami refers to it as Butterfly Gardenia. I have also seen it labeled as Paper Gardenia. Several forms have double or semi-double flowers. Flore Plena,' a choice cultivar with double flowers, must be propagated from cuttings.
Seeds require warmth to germinate.
Both seedlings and cuttings transplant easily. Growing slowly to an ultimate height of 10 feet, this evergreen shrub can be readily pruned into a tree form and is thus an excellent choice for small town gardens. Ideal as container specimens, several can be situated near eating areas or patios for maximum enjoyment. My friend nestled a few near her bedroom windows, where they imbued the thick night air with a delicious scent. Since T. divaricata will bloom readily in full sun or in dappled high shade, gardeners may consider grouping several containers around the pool or lanai.