jasminum officinale

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• health
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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.