Lavender herb

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Lavandula angustifolia, also known as common lavender, is one of the world’s most commonly used essential oils. Lavender is part of the Lamiaceae mint family and is a genus of 47 species. The name lavender is derived from the Latin word lavare meaning “to wash” which refers to scented baths in Roman times. Lavender is made up of over 100 chemical constituents and benefits the body and mind in multiple ways.

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Botanical Name: Lavandula angustifolia, Lavandula officinalis. Other Common Names: Common, English, French, garden, spike, sweet and true lavender. Habitat: Lavender is a hardy perennial that is native to the mountainous zones of Mediterranean countries. It grows in sunny, dry, well-drained habitats and thrives in sandy or stony soil types. This medicinal and culinary herb is seen throughout southern Europe, Australia, and North America and is a common garden addition due its lovely color…

🌿✨ Embrace the Power of Lavender ✨🌿 Ever feel like the world just needs to slow down? 💜 Lavender’s calming effects are perfect for crafting your own herbal teas, creating soothing tinctures, or simply infusing your home with its natural fragrance. 🌿 These freshly dried bundles are ready to be transformed into all-natural goodness. 🧙‍♀️✨ Let’s get creative! 🔮💫 Do you have any favorite lavender recipes? 🍯💐 Maybe a DIY lavender-infused honey or a tea blend with a hint of marigold?…

In the Western world, Lavandula angustifolia is one of those adored household-name herbs. We need not look farther than the local grocery store to find the familiarly intoxicating scent in nearly everything, from laundry detergent to body lotion. Many know that Lavender has relaxing qualities, but this herb offers us much varied, expansive medicine. Etymology

A cultivar of gray French lavender, silvery L. dentata candicans has larger leaves with a silvery cast. #gardenista

Lavender flowers are only around for a short time, but there are plenty of uses for lavender leaves! Learn how to harvest, dry & use them in DIY projects.