JASMINE

Product Description

Jasmine is a large group of fragrant shrubs and climbing vines belonging to the olive family (Oleaceae). It includes about 200 species famous for their sweet, strong smell, star-shaped or pinwheel-like white or yellow blossoms, and green leaves. Plant Traits Growth: Grows as an upright bush or a climbing vine using long green stems. Leaves: Simple, oval, or divided into smaller leaflets arranged in opposite pairs. Flowers: Shaped like little tubes that open into flat, star-like petals. They are usually white, yellow, or pale pink. Fruit: Produces small berries that turn black when ripe. Popular Types Common Jasmine (Jasminum officinale): A climbing plant with highly scented white summer flowers. Arabian Jasmine (Jasminum sambac): Features waxy white flowers often used to make jasmine tea. Winter Jasmine (Jasminum nudiflorum): A tough shrub that blooms bright yellow flowers in the cold winter months