Lavender Flowers, English (Organic)

Bulk Herbs: Lavender Flowers, English, Organic
Lavandula angustifolia

Format: Flowers
Size: 1 oz package

Also known as: Lavandula (spp, intermedia, pendunculata, officinalis, and angustifolia) English Lavender, Broad-leaf Lavender, Grande Lavander, and True Lavender.

Farming Type: Organic
Origin: France

~ ENGLISH LAVENDER ~

Lavandula angustifolia is the classic Lavender that most people are familiar with. It can also be found on the market as Common Lavender, French Lavender (when it comes from France), True Lavender, or Lavender. You may also see it labeled as Lavandula officinalis. This little greyish purple flower is known for its sweet floral aroma and medicinal properties.

The German Commission E approves lavender flowers for promoting both a healthy mood and healthy circulation. The scent of Lavender has been shown to affect mood in certain adult populations positively and can help alleviate mild agitation or distress. As a spice, Lavender is best known for its role in French cuisine and is an integral ingredient in the herbs de Provence seasoning blend.

Lavender may be used on its own to give a delightful, floral flavor to desserts, meats, and breads. The flowers can also be layered with sugar to infuse it with their distinctive aroma for use in cookies and candies. Similar to cilantro, some individuals perceive the taste of Lavender as undesirable in cuisine. An estimated 10% of the population perceives lavender as having a soapy, unsavory flavor. For this reason, it may be wise to exercise caution while using Lavender as a flavoring agent. Lavender has been thought for centuries to arouse passions as an aphrodisiac, and is still one of the most recognized scents in the world.

In magick, Lavender is ruled by Mercury and air, making it an excellent herb for improving communication at all times. Be in relationships, work, or even public speaking, it is also a good herb to use in spells when you feel stuck and need help finding your way out of difficult situations or a new perspective.

Energetic Keywords: Love, protection, communication, sleep, happiness, peace

For educational purposes only. The Food and Drug Administration has not evaluated this information. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.