Since millennia, jasmine flowers have become a favorite among flower lovers and gardeners for their irresistible beauty and aroma. Blue jasmine blossom or coral jasmine bloom are native variations from Sri Lanka and South India. Growing gardens, cuisine, and cultural customs all depend on jasmine in some capacity. Everything you need to know about tending to southeaster for jasmine flowers and their many forms, advantages, and symbolic value will be guided by this book.
What is the Jasmine Flower?
A jasmine flower is classified as a tropical or sub-tropical flowering shrub belonging to the family of Oleaceae. The flowers are usually yellow or white in color and have a potent sweet scent. Plants with jasmine flowers are cultivated all around India, South Asia and Middle East, along with some regions of America. Jasmine can be grown either as shrubs, ground covers, or as vines.
Some common jasmine varieties include:
- Crape Jasmine
- Orange Jasmine
- Royal Jasmine Flower
- Star Jasmine Flower
- Night Bloonming Jasmine Flower (Arabic Jasmine)
- Double Jasmine Flower
- Blue Jasmine Flower
- Coral Jasmine Flower Parijaat
- Mogra Flower (Arabian Jasmine)
Night Blooming Jasmine: The Queen of the Night
The night blooming jasmine, otherwise known as the Raat Rani flower or Night Queen flower, emits its captivating fragrance in the night starting after the sun sets. Different from most species of jasmine flowers that bloom during the day, this plant produces small white greenish flowers that open only at night. It is quite popular in households across India and is also utilized in the production of natural perfumes.
Botanical name: Cestrum Nocturnum
Height: 8 – 10 feet
Fragrance: Extremely strong and pleasant at night
Best Use: Gardens, temple areas, natural air freshener
Jasmine Flower Types You Should Know
1. Crape Jasmine Flower
Beautiful white blooms on a shrub with pinwheel form. Although it is not a real jasmine, the comparable scent causes it to be generally grouped and regarded as one.
2. Orange Jasmine
This variety of jasmine is also famous as Murraya Paniculata. It’s known for its orange scented flowers and is commonly used for hedges.
3. Mogra Flower (Arabian Jasmine)
This is one of the most adored types of jasmine in India. The flowers are used in religious ceremonies or worship as part of garlands (strings of jasmine flowers).
4. Royal Jasmine Flower
A jasmine flower that is well known for its rich looking vine and its bright white blooms that happen almost all year round in tropical places.
5. Star Jasmine Flower
Star Jasmine Flower is known for its glossy leaves and white star flowers. This variety is sometimes used as ground cover or in hanging baskets.
6. Blue Jasmine Flower
Blue Jasmine is one of the rarest types of jasmine because of its bluish purple exotic color. It is greatly admired for ornamental purpose.
7. Coral Jasmine Flower (Parijat Flower)
Coral jasmine is considered sacred in Hindu mythology. Parijat flower blooms at night and sheds flowers in the morning, making the scent and spiritual significance of it highly valuable.
Planting and Growing Jasmine
Jasmine flowers can be planted in both the ground and in containers. Here’s how you can successfully grow it:
Soil And Sunlight
- Soil: Drainage should be good, loamy soil with a pH level between 6.5 and 7.5.
- Sun Light: From full sunlight to partial shade- atleast 4 to 6 hours.
Watering and Feeding
- Water on a weekly basis for those in cooler areas, or even more in summer.
- In order to promote blooms, use either a balanced fertilizer or a fertilizer rich in phosphorus.
Training and Pruning
- Climbing varieties need a fence or a trellis, and planting jasmine needs to be pruned when the blooms have finished blossoming. This will maintain shape, and encourage more blooms.
Summary On Growing Jasmine in Containers
- For balconies or indoor gardens perfect for small space use
- Select containers that come with drainage and add bark or perlite for ventilation
Jasmine Flower Seeds: How to Start from Scratch
While slower than propogation through cuttings, jasmine can be grown from seeds.
Follow the steps as indicated:
- Soaking seeds for at least 12 hours is mandatory.
- Plant them in seed starting mix.
- Keep the soil moist as well and place in a warm, sunny area.
- Germination should occur in 3-4 weeks.
Edible and Medicinal Uses of Jasmine
Although it is normally cultivated for decorative and aromatic purposes, some cultivars have nutritional and medicinal value.
- Known for working as a relaxant, jasmine tea is commonplace
- Jasmine flower perfume: Sought after in the perfume industry
- Ayurvedic use of coral jasmine for treating fever and joint pain
- Jasmine join the category of edible flowers with hibiscus and nasturtium which are highly sought in cuisine.
- Good for lowering blood pressure and improving digestion: Hibiscus tea benefits.
Symbolism and Cultural Importance
What Does a Jasmine Flower Symbolize?
- Love and romance
- Purity and innocence
- Devotion and spirituality (predominantly India and Thailand)
Significance of jasmine flower in Odia culture
In the region of Odia, jasmine is referred to as “Malati”. It serves as an ornamental garland with religious significance and is frequently seen in shrines and during cultural festivities.
Frequently Asked Questions of Jasmine
What are the uses for the Jasmine flower?
- Jasmine can be used in making perfumes, teas, religious ceremonies, skincare products, essential oils, and even in beautifying places.
Are Mogra and Jasmine the same?
- Yes, Mogra is widely known as Arabian Jasmine (Jasminum sambac) in India.
What does a Jasmine flower symbolize?
- Jasmine is used to represent one’s purity, love, spirituality, and sensuality.
What are the 5 benefits of jasmine?
- Improves mood and alleviates stress (through scent)
- Aids rest and relaxation
- Promotes skin vitality (in creams and oils)
- Applied in herbal medicine (Ayurveda, TCM)
- Jasmine are used to adorn gardens and houses
Is a jasmine flower female?
- Plants under the Jasmine species don’t have distinct genders such as male or female. Several parts of most jasmine species have perfect flowers, which means there are both male and female parts to the flower.
Jasmine Flower Price Today
The price of jasmine flowers has an average price of:
- Fresh flowers: ₹150 to ₹300 per kilogram but the price depends on the season, region, and variety in India.
- Jasmine seeds: ₹50 to ₹150 for a packet.
- Jasmine plant (Nursery): depends on the size ranging from ₹100 to ₹500.
Conclusion
Not only are jasmine blossoms beautiful, but given their soothing aroma, cultural value, and medicinal qualities, they enhance life in several respects. Whether you are growing crape jasmine for its spectacular look or the night blossoming jasmine to scent your nights, jasmine plants will repay you with beauty, scent, and delight for years.
Let your garden bloom with essence of nature’s perfume by planting your own jasmine today.
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