Jasmine
Scientific name: Jasminum officinale
Medicinal value
Jasmine tea is drunk for calming and because of its aphrodisiac qualities.
Jasmine oil used in massage is soothing to the skin, menstrual cramps and
treats depression and nerve conditions.
Religious importance
It is believed that jasmine attracts spiritual love and a drop of the
essential oil in almond oil, massaged into the skin helps overcome
frigidity. Carrying, burning or wearing the flowers attracts wealth and
money. If burned in the bedroom Jasmine brings prophetic dreams.
Habitat
It needs care and is best when grown inside home in small pots. Being an
evergreen vine it prefers bright light but no direct sun, some support such
as a trellis, lots of water and occasional fertilizing.
Jojoba
Scientific name: Simmondsia chinensis
Medicinal value
The oil of this herb promotes hair growth and relieves skin problems for
centuries. It is an effective treatment for dandruff, psoriasis, dry and
chapped skin.
Juniper
Scientific name: Juniperis spp.
Medicinal value
This herb is used to clear uric acid from the body apart from healing
pancreas with its high content of natural insulin. It is useful for all
urinary infections and for water retention problems. To compress acne,
athletes' foot and dandruff Juniper is used externally.
Religious importance
It is believed that Juniper protects individuals from accidents and theft
and if grown at the doorstep offers home protection.
Habitat
These are low maintenance plants that can adapt to many growing conditions.
