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Arabian Jasmine
Jasminum sambac


English Common Name: Arabian Jasmine

Chinese Name / 中文名: 茉莉花 (Mòlìhuā)

Other Local Name: Melur (Malay)

Family Name: Oleaceae

Scientific Name: Jasminum sambac

Synonym: No information available

Classification: ‎Angiosperms (Flowering Plants)‎ > ‎Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants Division)‎ > ‎Lamiales‎ > ‎Oleaceae (Olive Family)‎ > ‎Jasminum

Origin: South and Southeast Asia

Growth Habit: Climber

Characteristic: A small plant with fragrant, white flowers.

Care Requirements: Prefers full sun and moderate watering.

Images Location: Johor, Malaysia

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