It contains around 200 species native to tropical and warm temperate regions of Eurasia ...
Jasmine originates from the Himalayas and the moderate regions of China.
Jasmine flowers are white or yellow, although in rare instances they can be slightly reddish.
Jasmine flowers are well known for their lovely smell.
Each flower has between four and nine petals, four ovules, and two locules.
Jasmine flowers also boast fruits in the shape of berries that change to black when ripe.
Jasmine has been used for liver disease (hepatitis), liver pain due to cirrhosis, and abdominal pain due to severe diarrhea (dysentery).
It is also used to cause relaxation (as a sedative), to heighten sexual desire (as an aphrodisiac), and in cancer treatment.
In foods, jasmine is used to flavor beverages, frozen dairy desserts, candy, baked goods, gelatins, and puddings.
In manufacturing, jasmine is used to add fragrance to creams, lotions, and perfumes.
