Jasmine
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Jasmine
Jasminum officinale
Jasmine is a fragrant flower loved for its sweet smell. It blooms in white or yellow clusters and is often used to make perfumes and teas.
Habitat: Gardens
Appearance
The Jasmine has slender, often climbing stems with glossy dark green leaves. Its small, star-shaped flowers are typically pure white or creamy yellow, standing out against the foliage with their delicate petals and charming appearance.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderLamialesFamilyOleaceaeGenusJasminum
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
In many parts of India, jasmine flowers are used in religious ceremonies and cultural festivals!
It takes thousands of jasmine flowers to produce just a tiny bottle of its precious essential oil!
Jasmine oil is a very popular ingredient in aromatherapy, often used for its calming properties!
The dried flowers of jasmine are sometimes used to flavor delicious desserts like ice cream or puddings!
Special abilities
Ability
Scented Beacon
Jasmine can release a powerful, sweet fragrance, especially at night, to attract nocturnal insect pollinators to its flowers.
Ability
Climbing Power
Jasmine has flexible, twining stems that allow it to climb and sprawl over supports, reaching for sunlight.
Ability
Year-Round Green
Some Jasmine varieties have evergreen leaves, keeping their vibrant green color throughout the entire year.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 300-500 cm
- Spread
- 100-200 cm
- Flower Size
- 1-2.5 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Perennial
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
European honey bee
Apis mellifera
Helps spread pollen for reproduction.
eaten by
Cotton aphid
Aphis gossypii
Feeds on sap, potentially weakening plants.
shelters
Common blackbird
Turdus merula
Nests among its dense, protective foliage.
Traits
Aromatic
Aromatic plants produce and emit fragrant volatile organic compounds, often for defense or to attract pollinators.
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Cluster Flower
Cluster flowers are inflorescences where individual flowers are arranged closely together on a common stem.
Tube Flower
A tube flower has petals fused together at the base, forming a distinct tubular structure that typically holds nectar deep within.
Evergreen
Evergreen plants retain their foliage throughout the year, never shedding all their leaves at once.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Medicinal
Medicinal plants possess chemical compounds that can be used for therapeutic purposes to treat illnesses or maintain health.
Night Blooming
Night blooming plants open their flowers after sunset, often to attract nocturnal pollinators with their scent and appearance.
Also known as
Arabian JasmineCommon JasmineJasminumSpanish Jasmine
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Enjoy the beauty of jasmine flowers but avoid touching or ingesting them.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Jasmine?
300-500 cm
How wide does Jasmine spread?
100-200 cm
How big are the flowers on Jasmine?
1-2.5 cm
When does Jasmine bloom?
Summer
Is Jasmine edible?
Yes
Is Jasmine toxic?
None
What is Jasmine's lifecycle?
Perennial
How is Jasmine pollinated?
Insect
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