jasmine
Jasminum · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (1 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Jasmine, scientifically known as Jasminum, is a celebrated genus of shrubs and vines renowned for its intoxicating fragrance. Beyond its ornamental beauty, jasmine holds significant medicinal value in traditional practices. It is widely utilized for its calming aromatherapy properties, skin-healing benefits, and its ability to reduce stress and anxiety.
- Family
- Oleaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Jasmine
- Scientific synonyms
- Noldeanthus · Mogorium
Names
Common Names
- jasmine
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- Jazmin
- Jazmín
- Jazmines asiáticos
French:
- jasmin
- Jasmin
Scientific Names
Accepted name
JasminumSynonyms
- Noldeanthus
- Mogorium
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Lamiales, it is classified under the family Oleaceae. Its specific taxonomic designation is 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 diverse geographical range across several European regions. In Northern Europe, its presence is noted in both Great Britain and Ireland. Moving toward the center of the continent, the species can be found throughout Germany in Middle Europe. Its distribution extends further south into Southwestern Europe, where it grows in France. Finally, the plant is also established within the Mediterranean climate of Portugal.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Romania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Türkiye-in-Europe | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. | WCVP |
Chemicals
Jasminum has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Linalool.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Linalool | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Linalool
- Endocrine, metabolic & immune disorders drug targets
Preparations
| Preparations | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| secoiridoid and iridoid glucosides | Yakugaku zasshi : Journal of the Pharmaceutical Society of Japan (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |