OVERVIEW:
Since ancient times Jasmine has been thought of as the ‘queen of flowers’ and has been associated with sensuality, opulence, luxury and the sacred in many cultures. Jasmine is a climbing vine in the olive family and is prized for its beauty and delicate fragrance. The rose-like blooms have a naturally sweet mild flowery taste commonly used as an herbal tea, alone or blended with green or black tea. It is used to flavor not only beverages but also a variety of desserts.
Jasmine flowers have long been used for their therapeutic and medicinal properties. Jasmine's popular fragrance is uplifting and calming and used in aromatherapy and perfumery. When drunk as a tea, it acts as an anti-oxidant and is thought to have an antiseptic action and of course, there are its aphrodisiac properties.
LATIN:
Jasminum sp.
ORIGIN:
China
CULTIVATION:
Organic
PARTS USED:
Dried Flower / Whole
CATEGORY:
Culinary and Medicinal Herb
TISANE "HERBAL" TEA BREW TIMES:
Ground tisane teas and tea bags - Steep 2 to 5 minutes
Loose leaf tisane teas - Steep 3-5 minutes
Root and seed-based tisane teas - Steep 6-8 minutes
*Steep in newly boiling water (212ºF) to best release the health benefits.
WHAT'S COOKING:
Jasmine Flower Macarons with Lemon Buttercream
Jasmine Flower Rice
Jasmine Ice Cream
Jasmine-Scented Raspberry Breakfast Tiramisu'
Pineapple in Iced Jasmine-Infused Syrup
Jasmine Flowers
Specific: No known precautions.
General: We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications. Keep all herbs out of reach of children and pets.For educational purposes only. This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
