Overview
Spanish Jasmine is one of the herbs traditionally used in Ayurveda for inflammation. Chameli (Jasminum grandiflorum) is an important jasmine species used in perfumery and medicine. It is found across India growing as a large climbing shrub. The flowers are white, intensely fragrant, and bloom profusely. Chameli oil is one of the most valued attars. The flowers open at dusk releasing their sweet fragrance. It is used in skin diseases, eye disorders, and wounds. The leaves are used in dental problems. The plant flowers are larger than Mogra. Verse: 6-12, Pushpa Varga; also referenced in 24-26.
How Spanish Jasmine Helps with Inflammation
According to Ayurvedic pharmacology, Spanish Jasmine has specific properties that make it valuable for addressing inflammation:
- Potency (Virya): Sheeta (cold)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka): Katu (pungent)
- Taste (Rasa): Tikta (bitter), Kashaya (astringent)
- Qualities (Guna): Laghu (light), Snigdha (unctuous)
Ayurvedic Properties
- Taste (Rasa)
- Bitter (Tikta), Astringent (Kashaya)
- Quality (Guna)
- Light (Laghu), Unctuous (Snigdha)
- Potency (Virya)
- Cold (Sheeta)
- Post-digestive (Vipaka)
- Pungent (Katu)
- Key Constituents
- Jasmone, Methyl jasmonate, Linalool, Benzyl benzoate
- Also Known As
- English: Spanish Jasmine, Royal Jasmine
Sanskrit: जाति, सुमना, चेतिका
Hindi: चमेली
Other Herbs for Inflammation
See all herbs for inflammation on the Inflammation page.
Medical Disclaimer: The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Ayurvedic treatments should be pursued under the guidance of a qualified practitioner (BAMS/MD Ayurveda). Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new treatment. Content is sourced from classical Ayurvedic texts and may not reflect the latest medical research.