A Complete Guide to Jasmine Varieties and Their Classification: Which One Is More Fragrant?

Jasmine, as a flower deeply loved by people, comes in many varieties, and each one gives off a unique fragrance. Below, we will introduce in detail several jasmine varieties with rich fragrance:

1. Single-petal jasmine

Single-petal jasmine, also called pointed jasmine or pen-tip jasmine, gets its name because its flower buds look like the tip of a writing brush. It is the variety with the freshest, purest and most refreshing fragrance among jasmine varieties. Its plant is relatively short, with a height between 70 and 90 cm. Its stems and branches are relatively thin and vine-like, so it is also called "vine jasmine." Single-petal jasmine usually blooms at 6~7 in the evening, when its fragrance is the strongest and it is most suitable for brewing tea. Its fragrance is fresh and elegant, giving people a quiet and comfortable feeling.

2. Double-petal jasmine

Double-petal jasmine is the variety most commonly seen on the market and is also what people usually call jasmine. Its branches have strong stress resistance, are cold-resistant and moisture-resistant, and are relatively easy to plant and care for. Its flowers usually have 13 to 18 petals. The petals are in double layers, white and glossy, with obvious waxy texture. The plant blooms frequently, and the fragrance is also very rich, yet still fresh, giving people a warm feeling.

3. Multi-petal jasmine

Multi-petal jasmine, also called many-petal jasmine, is the category with the largest number of petals among jasmine varieties. Among them, chrysanthemum jasmine and Baozhu jasmine are representative varieties of multi-petal jasmine.

Chrysanthemum jasmine

Chrysanthemum jasmine has a flower shape like a chrysanthemum. Its flowers are large and full, with a rich fragrance, and it is one of the must-have varieties for many jasmine enthusiasts. In the north, this variety is also called the king of jasmine. Its floral fragrance is strong and lasting, giving people a bold feeling. However, it should be noted that chrysanthemum jasmine tends to grow leggy and does not like to send out low-position buds, so its branches should not be heavily pruned.

Baozhu jasmine

Baozhu jasmine is a very attractive variety among multi-petal jasmines. Its flower shape is as round and full as a rose, its petals are tightly arranged, and its fragrance is rich. It is pure white, with not a trace of mixed color in the whole flower, spotlessly white, full of an ethereal air, and with extremely high ornamental value. Baozhu jasmine grows relatively quickly, and its branches spread strongly, making it very suitable for planting in courtyards or on balconies. Its floral fragrance is quiet and lasting, giving people a serene feeling.

4. Other varieties

In addition to the three main varieties above, there are also some other jasmine varieties with rich fragrance that are worth introducing.

Tiger-head jasmine

Tiger-head jasmine, also called thousand-layer jasmine or lion-head jasmine, is a double-petal variety with high ornamental value. Its leaf tips are sharp, and both sides of the leaves are smooth with wavy unevenness. Its flowers are large and full, pure white like snow, with a charming fragrance. The care of tiger-head jasmine is somewhat challenging, and it needs regular spraying of fungicides and insecticides to prevent pests and diseases.

Two-color jasmine

Two-color jasmine, also called mandarin-duck jasmine or bicolor jasmine, has flowers that change color, gradually turning from deep purple at first to pink-purple and then to white. Two-color jasmine has a rich and unique floral fragrance, giving people a mysterious feeling. Its flowering period lasts as long as half a year, blooming from 4 to 104 to 5

The fragrance of different jasmine varieties may differ. Among them, the fragrance of single-petal jasmine is considered the most fragrant, and the jasmine tea scented with it has the freshest fragrance and is the most popular.