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Jasmine Tattoos - Widely cultivated for its flowers, jasmine is enjoyed in the garden, as a house plant, and as cut flowers.

Jasmine is the national flower of the following countries:

• It is the Philippines’ national flower, where it is known as "Sampaguita", and is usually strung on garlands which are then used to adorn religious images.
• Indonesia, where the variety Jasminum sambac is the "puspa bangsa" (national flower), and goes by the name "Melati". It is the most important flower in wedding ceremonies for ethnic Indonesians, especially on the island of Java.
• Pakistan, where Jasminum officinale is known as the "Chambeli" or "Yasmine" is the national flower.

In Syria, it is the symbolic flower of Damascus, which is called the City of Jasmines.

In Thailand, jasmine flowers are used as a symbol of the mother.

Get inspired by some really great images and photos in our Jasmine Inspiration Gallery

See also: Flower & Plant Tattoo Index

Tattoo designs - J >> Jasmine

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