Jasmin (Jasminum grandiflorum)

Family: Oleaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Jasminum grandiflorum, also known as Jasmin, White fragrant flower, or Spanish Jasmine among others, is an evergreen or deciduous shrub growing about 2-4 m tall. It has opposite, pinnate leaves comprised of 5-11 leaflets and white fragrant flowers. There are two recognized subspecies: J. grandiflorum subs. floribundum and S. grandiflorum subs. grandiflorum. It is widely cultivated as an ornamental plant.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Flowers

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavouring in tea in countries such as China and India. — Jasmine absolute (the essential oil) and concrete (the waxy solid containing the essential oil) are used as additives in food and tobacco.; Jasmine flowers are a popular flavouring in tea in countries such as China and India.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known. (Zone 10)