Jasmine Flowers ( Jasminium officinale ), known as the common jasmine or simply jasmine, is a species of flowering plant in the olive family Oleaceae. Jasmine is valued for the intense fragrance of its flowers in summer.

Cosmetic Uses: Jasmine is commonly used externally in baths. Dried flowers are also used in potpourri and sachets. Jasmine tea has a calming effect and some say it has aphrodisiacal qualities. Jasmine is a nice addition to soaps, sachets, bath salts and other toiletries.