Jasmine (Jasminum) is an ornamental flower plant in the form of an upright shrub that lives for years. Jasmine is a genus of shrubs and vines in the olive family (Oleaceae). Consisting of around 200 species of plants native to tropical and warm climates of Eurasia, Australasia and Oceania, jasmine is widely cultivated for its distinctive fragrant floral aroma. In Indonesia, one type of jasmine has been chosen to be the puspa nation or national symbol flower, namely white jasmine (Jasminum sambac), because this flower symbolizes purity and purity, and is associated with various traditions of many tribes in this country. This flower is an integral part of the bride's hair ornament in the wedding ceremony of various tribes in Indonesia, especially the Javanese and Sundanese. Another type that is also popular is jasmine gambir (J. officinale). In Indonesia, the name jasmine is known by people throughout the archipelago. Regional names for jasmine are Menuh (Bali), Meulu or Riwat (Aceh),[2] Menuru (Banda), Melur (Gayo and Batak Karo), Manduru (Menado), Mundu (Bima and Sumbawa) and Manyora (Timor ), Melati Salam (UMI), Malete (Madura) and Beruq-beruq (Mandar).
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