Tuberose originates from Mexico. Its spread to Indonesia began with the arrival of the European and Chinese nations. It is commonly cultivated as an ornamental plant and a cut flower because of its beautiful flowers and distinct aroma, especially at night. This plant also possesses properties as a traditional medicine. Furthermore, its flowers can be consumed as an ingredient or complement in cooking.

Tuberose grows in regions with altitudes of 700–1,500 m a.s.l., but grows optimally at altitudes of 100–900 m a.s.l.. It prefers open environmental conditions with air humidity of 75–90%, a daily temperature between 16–27 

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 C, and rainfall of 1,900–2,500 mm/year. It is suitable for planting in andosol soil types, with a texture ranging from clay to sandy loam, and a pH of 5–5.7.

• Root: Fibrous root system.

• Stem: Consists of a main stem and a pseudostem (tuber). The main stem is whitish-light green, covered with fine fibers.

• Leaves: Flat and elongated, glossy green. There are reddish spots at the base.

• Flowers: Compound (inflorescence), with 5–12 florets emerging on the flower stalk. They are white with a slight reddish tint at the tip, bloom at night, and have a long-lasting fragrance

• Propagation is done vegetatively (using flower tubers/bulbs).

• The tubers are taken from production plants that are more than 2.5 years old. It is best to store the tubers for 1–2 months before planting (to accelerate shoot emergence).

• It is a remedy for boils (furuncles), swelling (edema), cataracts, influenza, insomnia (difficulty sleeping), acts as an antipyretic (fever reducer), and treats rheumatism and sore throat. It also possesses antioxidant and antimicrobial activities.

• Sapogenin, flavonoids, geraniol, nerol, farnesol, eugenol, spirostanol, furostanol glycoside (steroid), methyl benzoate, and 1,8-cineole.