Indian Jasmine Sambac

Jasmine Sambac originates from South and Southeast Asia and has been cultivated in India for centuries. The flower holds sacred status in Hindu and Islamic traditions, used to adorn temples and fill courtyards with fragrance. The word "sambac" itself comes from an Arabic root meaning jasmine oil, reflecting the trade networks that have long carried this ingredient across regions. During the 1400s, jasmine reached royal gardens across Afghanistan, Nepal, and Persia through established trade routes. The Arab trade network later introduced jasmine to Europe between the 1550s and 1600s, and the continent's emerging perfume industry quickly recognized its value. Jasmine Sambac has remained a cornerstone of fine fragrance ever since, with production concentrated in Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. India remains the world's primary producer of Sambac jasmine.