star jasmine
Jasminum multiflorum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (3 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Star jasmine, scientifically known as Jasminum multiflorum, is a versatile evergreen climber celebrated for its intoxicatingly sweet fragrance and profuse white blooms. Beyond its ornamental appeal, this plant holds significant value in traditional medicine, where its leaves and flowers are utilized for their diverse therapeutic and calming properties.
- Family
- Oleaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Tropical
- Parts used
- Flowers
- Common names
- Star Jasmine
- Scientific synonyms
- Nyctanthes Pubescens · Jasminum Gracillimum · 4 more
Names
Common Names
- Star Jasmine
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Jazmín hindú
German:
- sternblütiger Jasmin
French:
- Jasmin des haies
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Jasminum multiflorumSynonyms
- Nyctanthes pubescens
- Jasminum gracillimum
- Nyctanthes multiflora
- Jasminum multiflorum f. pubescens
- Mogorium pubescens
- Mogorium multiflorum
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. Further taxonomic hierarchy places it in the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Lamiales. Finally, it is a member of the Oleaceae family within 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 exhibits a broad geographical presence across several key regions within Asia. It is widely distributed throughout the Indian Subcontinent, specifically appearing in India, Bangladesh, and Nepal. Furthermore, its natural habitat extends into the mountainous terrains of the West Himalaya. Beyond the subcontinent, the species is also found within the Indo-China region, specifically in Laos. Consequently, its range spans a diverse variety of ecological zones across South and Southeast Asia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Subcontinent | Bangladesh | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | India | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | Nepal | WCVP |
| Indian Subcontinent | West Himalaya | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Laos | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Myanmar | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Thailand | WCVP |
| Indo-China | Vietnam | WCVP |
| Malesia | Lesser Sunda Is. | WCVP |
| Southwestern Pacific | Samoa | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Jasminum multiflorum, is primarily valued for its fragrant and delicate flowers. These blossoms, which often appear in profuse clusters, serve as the most significant medicinal component used in various traditional practices. Beyond their aesthetic beauty, the flowers are frequently utilized in herbal preparations to provide calming effects and aromatic benefits.| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flowers | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Jasminum multiflorum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Multifloroside.
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Multifloroside | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Jasminum multiflorum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include hepatocellular carcinoma.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| hepatocellular carcinoma | Natural product research (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |