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Arabian Jasmine (Mogra / Mallika)
Jasminum sambac
ମଲ୍ଲୀ (Malli)मोगरा (Mogra)Mallika
- Family
- Oleaceae
- Origin
- Tropical Asia & Himalayas
- Plant Type
- Shrub
- Habitat
- Both
About the Plant
Scandent evergreen woody shrub; opposite broad-ovate glossy dark-green leaves, and intensely fragrant multi-petaled pure-white star-like cymes.
Traditional Uses
Skin burning, conjunctivitis, anxiety, and stomatitis
Parts Used
Flowers, leaves, roots
Ayurvedic Properties
- Rasa: Tikta, Kashaya
- Guna: Laghu, Snigdha
- Virya: Sheeta
- Vipaka: Katu
Health Benefits
- Relieves eye inflammation, clears skin rashes, and calms agitated nervous system
Precautions
Very safe floral botanical; avoid synthetic scented perfume oils
Interesting Facts
The national flower of the Philippines and Indonesia; blossoms open at night with intense fragrance