Syringa Josikaea is a species of lilac that belongs to the olive family. It is commonly known as Hungarian lilac and is native to central and eastern Europe. This elegant shrub boasts of fragrant pale lilac flowers that bloom in mid-spring and is commonly used in landscaping and ornamental gardening. The botanical name of Syringa Josikaea is derived from 'syrinx', meaning a hollow tube, which describes its characteristic pithy stems. It is also known as the Chalk Lilac, Garnier Lilac, and Hungarian Lilac. These synonyms are used interchangeably to refer to this plant, as each name alludes to one or the other distinct characteristic of this beautiful flowering shrub.