Spices, Plants and Natural Remedies >> Jasmine

This herb has beautiful, white flowers which exude a lovely fragrance. The fragrance increases at night and the flowers continue to have a lovely scent for days after being picked.

Jasmine flowers are popularly used to make gajra to adorn hair. The plant looks particularly attractive if grown on a trellis. They are considered to be auspicious and are used for religious occasions. They are also offered to gods and goddesses during traditional poojas.

Jasmine can be used to add a light, perfumed flavor to tea and other beverages. It clears the blood of impurities.

• A syrup made of jasmine flowers is very good for curing cough and cold.
  
• Chewing of jasmine leaves is good for curing mouth ulcers.
  
• Make leaf tea to rinse sore eyes and wounds.
  
• Headaches and insomnia are relieved with tea made from the root of jasmine.
  
• Jasmine makes a very popular attar. It is a cosmetic oil used widely in perfumes.
  
• Jasmine is good for skins that are hot, dry and overly sensitive.