Jasminum officinale, commonly known as jasmine, is a flowering plant native to tropical and warm temperate regions. It belongs to the olive family, Oleaceae, and is prized for its fragrant white or yellow flowers. Jasmine is often used in perfumes, teas, and traditional medicine due to its aromatic properties. This climbing shrub can grow up to 10 meters in length and thrives in well-drained soil with plenty of sunlight. Jasmine flowers typically bloom in the summer and are known to attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, contributing to biodiversity in their habitats.