Juhi is a climbing shrub of the olive family with small leaves and clusters of fragrant, star-shaped white flowers. It grows in India, Nepal, Sri Lanka and the Andaman Islands, and is cultivated commercially for its essential oil and for garlands.
In Ayurveda it is known as Yuthika. The flower has traditionally been used in aromatic preparations, perfumed oils and external preparations for skin care.
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