One of the most popular and well known scents in the world is that of the Jasmine Flower. Did you know that Jasmine is actually a vine or shrub that is part of the olive family. The Genus name Jasminum comes from the Persian Yasameen or gift from god. There are about 200 different varieties that can be found throughout the world.
You will find some that is deciduous with their leaves changing in the Autumn and some that are evergreen keeping their beautiful shades of green all winter long. Common jasmine is the most common type of jasmine and one of the most fragrant. It’s most likely the one that you would recognize the most. The flowers have an amazing bloom time as they start in early Summer and continue into the Fall. Not all varieties of jasmine have that beautiful scent though and some varieties don’t even flower.
Jasmine is the holy flower of Kamu, the Hindu God of Love. You will often find it being used in magickal work pertaining to love and romance. It’s a flower that you often find in wedding bouquets and at a wedding as it is thought to help bring eternal love to the couple getting married. If you are looking to attract more love, romance or passion into your life this is a great flower to work with. It’s also known as a powerful aphrodisiac. That’s part of why you will find this the king of scents in the perfume industry. When you start looking you will be amazed at how many perfumes contain this scent.
The flower is also known to help clear your mind. It’s often used to help with meditation and relaxing your mind. When used you will find that it can help to raise your spirits and remove and depression that you may have. The powerful relaxing energy can help you to let go of any emotional barriers you may have encouraging you to be more intimate with others.
Have a magickal day!
Much Love and Many Blessings,
Jasmeine Moonsong