Yellow Jasmine
Chrysojasminum humile · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (7 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Yellow Jasmine, scientifically known as Chrysojasminum humile, is a delicate shrub native to tropical regions. Renowned for its vibrant, fragrant blossoms, this plant holds significant ethnobotanical value. Traditionally used in various folk remedies, its bioactive compounds offer intriguing potential for pharmacological research in treating inflammatory and skin-related conditions.
- Family
- Oleaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Yellow Jasmine · Italian Yellow Jasmine
- Scientific synonyms
- Jasminum Humile
Names
Common Names
- Yellow Jasmine
- Italian yellow jasmine
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Jazmín Italiano
- jazmín amarillo
German:
- niedriger Jasmin
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Chrysojasminum humileSynonyms
- Jasminum humile
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae in the order Lamiales and falls within the family Oleaceae. Ultimately, it is identified by the genus Chrysojasminum, specifically as the species Chrysojasminum humile.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Oleaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Chrysojasminum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern primarily concentrated within the Mediterranean and Balkan regions. It can be found throughout Southeastern Europe, including the countries of Bulgaria and Greece. The species also inhabits parts of Italy, with a notable presence on the island of Sicilia. Furthermore, its range extends across the Northwestern Balkan Peninsula. Together, these locations define the unique geographical footprint of Chrysojasminum humile.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Sicilia | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Tadzhikistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Afghanistan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| China | China South-Central | WCVP |
| China | China North-Central | WCVP |
Chemicals
Chrysojasminum humile has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include IJM, Isojasminin, JMD, JSM, Jasmoside.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| IJM | Journal of biomolecular structure & dynamics (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Isojasminin | Pharmaceutical biology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| JMD | Journal of biomolecular structure & dynamics (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| JSM | Journal of biomolecular structure & dynamics (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Jasmoside | Pharmaceutical biology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| MJN | Journal of biomolecular structure & dynamics (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Secoiridoids | BMC complementary medicine and therapies (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| fractions (Fr1 and Fr3) | Journal of biomolecular structure & dynamics (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| total extract (T1) | Journal of biomolecular structure & dynamics (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |