jasminum

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  • jasminum officinale

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    • jasminum_officinale
    • type: perennial woody deciduous or semi-evergreen climbing shrub
    • properties

      • root: fibrous, shallow spreading root system adapted for trellising and slope stabilization

      • stem: slender, flexible, green when young and turning woody with age

      • leaf: pinnate with 5–9 leaflets, dark green, ovate to lanceolate in shape

        • Leaf Length: 3–7 cm leaflets

      • flower: star-shaped, white with 5–7 petals, intensely fragrant, blooming in clusters

      • fruit: small black berry, rare in cultivated varieties, usually 2-lobed

      • bark: thin, green to light brown, soft on young stems, flaky on mature ones

      • timber: not applicable; stems are too slender for structural use

      • Environment: grows best in warm temperate to subtropical climates with full sun, fertile soil, and regular moisture

        • Climate: mild and humid with seasonal rainfall and warm summers; tolerates light frost
          • Sun: 600–800 W/m²
          • No Sun Days: 7–10 days
          • Water: 900–1500 mm/year
          • No Water Days: 10–15 days
          • Humidity: 50–80 %
          • Fog Resistance: 5–7 days
          • Max Temp: 38 °C
          • Optimal Temp: 20–30 °C
          • Min Temp: –5 °C
          • Wind Damage: cold-dry, salty-coastal
        • Soil: moderately rich, well-drained loamy soils with consistent moisture and light mulch
          • Soil Ph: 6.0–7.5
          • Soil Type: loamy, humus-rich, sandy loam
        • Spacing: 1.5–3 m apart when planted for cover or hedge, allow vertical support
          • Good Neighbors: rosmarinus, lavandula, ocimum, piper
          • Bad Neighbors: eucalyptus, ficus, casuarina
          • Max Height: 600 cm
          • Max Spread: 300 cm

      • lifecycle

        • Longevity: 20–30 years
        • Germination: seeds germinate in 15–30 days, low viability, best propagated vegetatively
        • Seedling: slow early growth; prefers shade and moist conditions for first 2 months
        • Mature: starts flowering in 2–3 years, peak bloom in warm months, with multiple flushes
        • Death: gradual decline in bloom and vigor over decades; overgrowth and root rot are common issues

      • features: fragrant flowers, climbing, ” attract pollinators, ornamental, medicinal

      • layer: climber, sub-canopy, vertical-layer

      • products: fresh flowers, essential oil, flower extract, floral water, perfume ingredient, tea, herbal remedy

      • chemical compounds

        compound	plant part	% amount	description
        linalool	flower	~15–30%	floral terpene alcohol, soothing, used in aromatherapy
        benzyl acetate	flower	~20–30%	sweet [[jasminum officinale
        indole	flower	~2–3%	deep, musky floral tone, attract pollinators
        jasmone	flower	~1–2%	gives jasmine its unique character, used in perfume blending
        eugenol	flower, leaf	~0.5–1%	warm, spicy note, mild analgesic and antiseptic
        [[methyl anthranilate	]] flower	~0.5–1.5%	fruity-floral compound, calming and aromatic
        saponins	leaf	~0.3–0.7%	cleansing, anti-inflammatory activity
        flavonoids	leaf, flower	~0.5–1%	antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, UV-protective
        tannins	bark, leaf	~3–7%	astringent, antimicrobial, supports traditional medicine uses
        chlorophyll	leaf	present (n/a)	photosynthetic pigment, supports green biomass role in composting

      • operations

        • propagate plants: mostly by semi-hardwood cuttings or layering; seeds used rarely due to low viability
        • maintenance: prune after flowering to control shape and improve airflow; mulch base; avoid overwatering
        • harvest:
          • fresh flowers: harvested at dawn when fragrance is highest; used for extraction and fresh sale
          • essential oil: solvent-extracted from fresh flowers (concreta or absolute), high-value, labor-intensive
          • floral water: distilled or infused floral water used in cosmetics and rituals
          • leaves: occasionally used in teas or as poultices for inflammation or stress relief

    • traditional medicine use

      • these traditional recipes show how jasminum officinale is used for mental clarity, skin care, stress relief, and minor physical ailments.
    • jasmine flower tea for anxiety and relaxation
      • ingredients
        • 1 tablespoon dried jasminum officinale flowers
        • 1 cup boiling water
        • honey or lemon (optional)
      • instructions
        • place dried jasmine flowers in a teacup.
        • pour boiling water over them and steep for 5–7 minutes.
        • strain and add honey or lemon to taste.
        • drink 1–2 times per day, especially in the evening.
      • uses
        • calms the nervous system, reduces anxiety and stress, and promotes restful sleep.
    • jasmine oil infusion for muscle pain and stress relief
      • ingredients
        • 1 cup fresh jasmine flowers
        • 1 cup carrier oil (e.g., olive, coconut, or almond oil)
      • instructions
        • fill a glass jar with fresh jasmine flowers.
        • pour oil over them to submerge completely.
        • seal and let sit in a warm, sunny spot for 1–2 weeks, shaking gently each day.
        • strain and store in a dark bottle.
        • apply topically for massage or as a calming body oil.
      • uses
        • relieves muscle tension, soothes skin, and provides mild antidepressant and anti-inflammatory effects.
    • jasmine flower poultice for headache relief
      • ingredients:
        • a handful of fresh jasmine flowers
        • a small amount of warm water
      • instructions
        • crush the flowers into a paste with a mortar and pestle.
        • add a few drops of warm water to soften.
        • apply the paste to the temples or forehead.
        • leave on for 20 minutes, then rinse off with cool water.
      • uses:
        • relieves headaches and mental fatigue with its soothing and cooling properties.
    • jasmine face steam for skin and mood
      • ingredients
        • 1 handful of jasmine flowers (fresh or dried)
        • 1 liter boiling water
      • instructions
        • place flowers in a large bowl.
        • pour boiling water over them.
        • cover your head with a towel and lean over the bowl to inhale the steam for 10–15 minutes.
        • rinse your face with cool water afterward.
      • uses
        • opens pores, cleanses skin, reduces acne and inflammation, and lifts the mood with calming aroma.
    • jasmine flower bath soak for skin nourishment and relaxation
      • ingredients
        • 2 cups jasmine flowers (fresh or dried)
        • optional: 1 cup epsom salt
      • instructions
        • add jasmine flowers and epsom salt to warm bathwater.
        • soak for 20–30 minutes.
        • pat skin dry after bath.
      • uses
        • nourishes and softens the skin, reduces inflammation, and promotes full-body relaxation.

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