Description
Fine small green or variegated leaves with delicate, precious, usually white flowers grow on this perennial climbing shrub. Although Jasmine grows in abundance, it takes an immense amount of flowers to produce the oil.
Characteristics
Jasmine is a heady and strong oil with very powerful properties. When diluted it is evocative and sophisticated. Jasmine is the King of Flower Oils.
Oils to Blend with
Jasmine blends well with Bergamot, Frankincense, Geranium, Orange, Mandarin, Neroli, Palmarosa, Rose, Rosewood and Sandalwood.

Latin Name
Jasminum grandiflorum

Plant Family
Jasminaceae

Extraction Method
Harvested at night when the flowers have their strongest scent, the oil is extracted through enfleurage and is a very delicate and tricky operation needing very skilled workers. It takes vast amounts of Jasmine flowers to produce the oil.

Country of Origin
Tunisia

Chemical Constituents
Benzyl Farnesol, Geranoil, Nerol, Terpineol (Alochols), Linalyl acetate, Methyl anthranilate (Esters), Jasmone (Ketone), Eugenol (Phenol).

Precautions
As with all essential oils, avoid during pregnancy.