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Jasmine is native to the Himalayas and Asia. Jasmine is considered to be a sacred flower to the Peoples of these areas. The Hindus strung jasmine flowers together to form garlands and presented then to their most honored guests. Jasmine is the sacred flower of the Hindu love god, Kama. A fragrant emblem of love, jasmine flowers are often entwined into bridal flowers at Indian weddings. This custom is said to promise the bridal couple a deep and lasting affection for eternity. Jasmine is known as ‘moonlight of the grove’ in India due to its ghostly pale flowers. It is also known by the names of Jessamine, Yasmin and the King of Flowers. Jasmine oil is known as ‘the King of oils.’
An ancient Indian myth of a princess who fell in love with the sun-god SuryaDeva attempts to explain why the jasmine flower will only open its petals at night. According to the myth, the sun-god rejected the princess’s love and she was so heartbroken that she killed herself. Her ashes were scattered to the ground, and from the ashes the beautiful jasmine grew. Since the sun-god was responsible for her death, the jasmine flower would only open and release her perfume at night.
Throughout history, jasmine has been revered for its aphrodisiac qualities, and known as a plant of love with a great influence on both males and females.
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