Indian hasmine
Jasminum auriculatum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (4 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Indian jasmine, scientifically known as Jasminum auriculatum, is a fragrant, evergreen shrub prized for its intoxicatingly sweet white blossoms. Renowned in traditional medicine, it is widely utilized for its calming properties, skin-soothing benefits, and ability to alleviate stress, making it a vital botanical treasure in holistic wellness practices.
- Family
- Oleaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Indian Hasmine · Needle-Flower Jasmine
- Scientific synonyms
- Jasminum Auriculatum Var. Glabrior · Jasminum Ovalifolium · 1 more
Names
Common Names
- Indian hasmine
- needle-flower jasmine
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Mogorium trifoliatum
- Jasminum trifoliatum
- Jasminum affine
- Jasminum ovalifolium
- Jasminum auriculatum var. glabrior
- Jasminum mucronatum
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Jasminum auriculatumSynonyms
- Jasminum auriculatum var. glabrior
- Jasminum ovalifolium
- Mogorium trifoliatum
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. It is further categorized under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales, falling into the family Oleaceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Jasminum.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Lamiales | WCVP |
| Family | Oleaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Jasminum | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant is widely distributed across the diverse landscapes of the Indian Subcontinent. It can be found growing naturally throughout the various regions of India. Its presence is also well-documented in the neighboring nations of Bangladesh and Nepal. Furthermore, the species thrives within the tropical environments of Sri Lanka. Finally, its range extends into the specific ecological zones of the West Himalaya.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Sri Lanka | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Andaman Is. | WCVP |
Activities
Jasminum auriculatum has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial, Antioxidant.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | Avicenna journal of phytomedicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antioxidant | Avicenna journal of phytomedicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Jasminum auriculatum has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include skin diseases, wound.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| skin diseases | Avicenna journal of phytomedicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wound | Avicenna journal of phytomedicine (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |