Threes

Jasmine - purity, beauty, eternal love

There are few flowers with as much purpose as the Arabian Jasmine. The uses for this plant are seemingly endless, from the Ancient Greek and Egyptian practices in aromatherapy-as a stimulant and an aphrodisiac- to modern Chinese teas, Jasminum sambac never ceases to amaze. Traditional healing practices have used the paste of the Jasmine flower to treat sores, scars, and create soft skin (a natural conditioner and moisturizer!) and that’s just a start. Its anti-inflammatory, anesthetic, and antiviral properties have been used to promote vascular health and detoxify the body, lessen menstruation pain, headaches, fever, epilepsy, impotence, vomiting, the list goes on…

Flower garlands and crowns consisting of this flower are continuously used in religious offerings, on altars, and in weddings. Or, like a kiss on the cheek to welcome friends, the Jasmine lei is offered to show love and affection.

Needless to say, I am anxiously awaiting these magickal blooms!