Skip to content
Pocket Botanist
Get the app

Common jasmine · Jasminum officinale

Why is my Common Jasmine dropping its leaves?

It is less common for this plant to drop leaves unless it is stressed by a sudden change in its environment. Check the soil moisture and light levels first to see if your jasmine is reacting to a recent move.

Not sure it's this? Check a photo of your plant for free

Check these first

  1. Check the soil to see if it is bone dry.
  2. Look for signs of pests like aphids on the undersides of leaves.
  3. Move the plant to a brighter location if it is in a dark corner.

Likely causes

  1. Low Light

    Most likely

    How to tell: The plant looks thin and the leaves fall off starting from the bottom. New growth may appear pale or stretched.

    What to do: Move your jasmine to a spot that receives at least 6 hours of bright light. If indoors, place it directly in a south or west facing window.

  2. Temperature Shock

    Possible

    How to tell: Leaves drop suddenly after a cold draft or a quick change in room temperature. The plant otherwise looks healthy.

    What to do: Keep your jasmine away from air conditioning vents or drafty doorways. Maintain a steady temperature between 65 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

Leaf drop in other plants

Find out what's wrong with your common jasmine

The list above covers the usual causes. Pocket Botanist looks at a photo of your actual plant and tells you the likely cause, how serious it is, and what to try first. Identification and a health check are free.

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

When to worry

It is normal for a few older leaves to drop when the plant is adjusting to a new home. Worry if more than 20 percent of the foliage falls off in a single week.

Stopping it coming back

Keep your jasmine in a consistent spot with stable temperatures and bright light to avoid stress.

Common jasmine: leaf drop? Check yours with a photo

Every plant is a little different. Take a photo of your common jasmine and Pocket Botanist tells you which cause is most likely, how serious it is, and what to try first. A few checks a day are free. Save the plant and you get care reminders timed for it.

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

Get the app · Or check it from a photo now, free

Questions people ask

Will my jasmine grow new leaves?
Yes, once the stressor is removed, your jasmine will push out new growth. Be patient as it recovers.
Does winter cause leaf drop?
Common jasmine is semi-evergreen and may lose some leaves in winter if the temperature drops significantly. This is a natural response to the cold.

More problems with Common jasmine

Back to the Common jasmine guide

This article was generated with AI on from the plant’s care profile and is general information, not horticultural advice. Read about how we build these guides.