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    All About Jasmine

    Jasmine has a seductively floral and heady aroma that is often used in perfumery. As a folk remedy, jasmine has been used for gastric pains, to calm the mind, and as an aphrodisiac. Pregnant women have made a neckless out of the blossoms to help with lactation pains. The flower has antimicrobial capabilities and may be helpful against acne bacteria and the Hepatitis B virus.

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    Fun Fact

    In response to the frustrating power of the Chinese government, unsatisfied citizens used Jasmine flowers as a symbol during the 2011 Chinese pro-democracy protests.

    Jasmine Research

    About a dozen research articles were found on jasmine. It has shown in vitro to have antimicrobial actions, with potential against acne bacteria and the Hepatitis B virus. It may also help with ulcers, as a herbicide, and in repelling insects. A few studies suggest it can improve mood and reduce pains associated with lactation; more research is warranted. Click the button below for a detailed review of research.

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    Jasmine


    Latin Name: Jasminum grandiflorum

    Family: Oleaceae

    Other Names

    • Other common names: moonshine in the garden, moonlight of the grove, yasmin
    • Other Latin names: Jasminum officinale
    • Not to be confused with: Jasminum sambac which has a very differing chemistry
    • Not to be confused with gardenia and gelsemium.

    Plant Description

    Jasmine is a widely cultivated ornamental evergreen vine with exotic white fragrant flowers.

    Herb Description

    Flowers can be infused or made into a tincture. To make jasmine tea, add 5 fresh blossoms or 10g of dried flowers to hot but not boiling water and steep only 5 minutes. Adults can drink up to 3 cups a day.

    Essential Oil Description

    Oil is usually solvent extracted from the flowers with a very low yield and expensive price. The viscosity is silky, with a dark orangish color and a heavy, floral scent that has a fruity, spicy undertone. Jasmine can be a very potent aroma in very small amounts, and can easily overpower a blend; dilute.

    Key Constituents of Absolute

      • Benzyl acetate
      • Benzyl benzoate
      • Phytol / Isophytol / Phytyl acetate
      • Indole
      • Linalool / Beta Linalool / Linalyl Alcohol / Linalyl Oxide
      • Geranyl linalool
      • Squalene / Squalene oxide
      • Jasmone
      • Eugenol
      • Methyl jasmonate
      • Jasmolactone

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    Therapeutic Uses

    acne Acne
    anti-fungal Anti-fungal
    antibacterial Antibacterial
    antimicrobial Antimicrobial
    Antioxidant
    antiviral Antiviral
    anxiety Anxiety / Mood / Anti-depressive
    Aphrodisiac
    cardiac Cardiac Health / High Blood Pressure
    Digestive Aid / Nausea / Constipation
    female health Female Health
    mouth cold sore Mouth Cold Sores
    repellent Repellent
    skin & wound health Skin and Wound Health
    Stimulant / Improved Energy
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    Therapeutic Uses

    • Absorption Enhancement
    • Acne
    • Alteratives
    • Altitude Sickness
    • Analgesic / Pain
    • Anti-allergy / Anti-histamine
    • Anti-asthma
    • Anti-fungal
    • Anti-inflammatory
    • Anti-itch
    • Anti-parasite
    • Anti-pyretic / Fever
    • Anti-smoking / Drug Addiction
    • Anti-snoring
    • Antibacterial
    • Antimicrobial
    • Antioxidant
    • Antiseptic
    • Antiviral
    • Anxiety / Mood / Anti-depressive
    • Aphrodisiac
    • Astringent
    • Athlete’s Foot
    • Cardiac Health / High Blood Pressure
    • Children’s Health
    • Cognition / Neuroprotective
    • Common Cold / Cough & Congestion / Respiratory
    • Dandruff
    • Digestive Aid / Nausea / Constipation
    • Female Health
    • Green Cleaning
    • Hair Growth / Alopecia
    • Headache Relief
    • Hypoglycemic / Antidiabetic
    • Hypolipidemic / Cholesterol
    • Immunity
    • Insecticidal / Pesticidal
    • Insomnia / Sleep
    • Joint Pain / Arthritis
    • Male Health
    • Mouth Cold Sores
    • Oral Health
    • Osteoporosis
    • Preservative
    • Repellent
    • Sedative / Calming
    • Skin and Wound Health
    • Skin Burns
    • Stimulant / Improved Energy
    • Sunscreen
    • Urinary System / Diuretic / Liver
    • Weight Loss
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