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tahitian

Tahitian Gardenia

Gardenia tahitensis

Part of the plant used

Part of the plant used

Flower

Major cosmetic aplications

Major cosmetic aplications

Natural emollient that hydrates the skin and protects it against external aggressions, including the sun and the wind.

Inception growing area

Inception growing area

Polynesia

Traditional uses

Traditional uses

To treat several problems, from mosquito bites to headache, even liver cancer.

Curiosities

Curiosities

In some Pacific island traditions, wearing a flower indicates relationship status. A flower worn on the left ear means the person is taken and on the right ear means available.