Gardenia jasminoides (Gardenia jasminoides)
Other names: gardenia jasmine, Gardenia augusta, gardenia noble, Gardenia stenophylus, Zhizi
Harm score: 1 (Natural substances)
Gardenia jasmine, also known as Gardenia jasmine, Gardenia augusta, Gardenia noble, Gardenia stenophylus or Zhizi, is native to Asia and is one of the most popular houseplants. It is prized for its beautiful white flowers of exquisite splendor and intense fragrance that is similar to jasmine. In the Czech Republic it is mainly grown as a houseplant, but it also spreads in the tropics and subtropics as an outdoor plant. This plant is a real treat for any flower lover, but it requires specific growing conditions.
As far as the uses of the jasmine gardenia are concerned, it can be found in many different products and industries. Its varied uses range from perfumery, to cosmetics, to the food industry. In the perfume world, it is popular for its scent, which is often associated with romance and luxury. Its absolute, a strong extract of the flowers, is highly valued and used in the perfume industry. It also finds its place in cosmetics. Gardenia jasmine flower oil is often used in body care products due to its distinctive fragrance. In skin care, for example, it is appreciated for its soothing and relaxing effects. In the food industry, gardenia jasmine can be found, for example, in tea, where the flowers of the plant are used for their specific and intense aroma. Even in traditional Chinese medicine, this plant is used to treat a number of different ailments. It is therefore a very versatile plant that has many uses.