Gardenia
GARDENIA JASMINE comes from Asia and is named after the botanist and physician Alexander Garden. There are approximately 60 species of this evergreen shrub used for decorative purposes. It has a white floral scent with green and earthy undertones.
Occurrence: This plant with white to creamy yellow flowers is native to China and Japan. It was imported to Europe around 1750. Up to 130 species are known, but the most popular species is Gardenia Jasminovita (Gardenia Augusta), which grows up to one meter in height. You can recognize it not only by its shiny, dark green leaves, but above all by its enormous flowers, similar to roses, with a diameter of 5 to 10 cm. Gardenia blooms from July to October. After blooming, the flowers are bright white, gradually their colour changes to cream. Gardenia stands out with a strong, sweet scent very similar to jasmine.
USE:
✅Gardenia as an effective natural antidepressant. Gardenia is used in aromatherapy.
✅In addition to containing two calming ingredients, it also stimulates gamma-aminobutyric acid-GABA activity, improving mental and physical well-being. Thanks to this, gardenia not only helps calm nerves, relieve stress, relieve anxiety, but also promotes restful sleep.
✅It is even known to be more effective than any sedative.
✅However, gardenia also has its place in medicine thanks to its antibacterial, antioxidant and immunomodulating effects, it reduces temperature, acts as a diuretic and increases bile production.
✅This plant has earned an irreplaceable place in the cosmetics and perfume industry.