Arabian jasmine; Jasminum sambac
Refers specifically to the plant species Jasminum sambac, known for its fragrant white flowers. Often seen in the compound 茉莉花 (まつりか).
See also: 茉莉花
Arabian jasmine flowers have a very nice fragrance.
Arabian jasmine flowers are used in this tea.
Katakana spelling is common for this plant name; usually written in kana.
Kanji form is rare and may be confused with other readings; usually written in kana.
From Chinese 茉莉, the name of Arabian jasmine. The Japanese reading マツリ reflects an older borrowing of the Chinese plant name.