Jasminum auriculatum is a species of jasmine, in the family Oleaceae.
It is found in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan and the Andaman Islands.
[1][2] Due to essential oil contained in the flowers, it is cultivated commercially in India and Thailand.
It is used for decorative purposes and festivals in India.
[citation needed] 'Jasminum' is a Latinized form of the Arabic word, 'yasemin' for sweetly scented plants.