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Home -> Shop By Store -> LavenderLavenderHistoryThe history of lavender dates back to pre-Christians of Europe, several centuries ago. The Christians considered lavender to be a religious herb and magical herb. It has also been used in love sachets and love spells. Word lavender is derived from a Latin word “lavare” which means “to wash”. It has been widely used because of its aroma and magical beliefs. In middle ages it was thought to be herb of love. Its aroma has been used for aromatherapy. Up till World War I, it was used as a disinfectant. The traditional herbalists used lavender for a variety of ailments. The traditional herbalist used to recommend use of lavender for nervous palpitaions, hysteria, toothache, hoarseness, palsy, sore joints, apoplexy and colic. Previously it was also used in treatment of the depression and fatigue. Romans and Greeks used lavender in their soaps and bathwaters. It has been used in smelling salts. The lavender sellers enjoy more benefits due to superstitions about lavender that asp made his nest in lavender bushes. The leaves of the lavender repel insects and save the plant from any damage by worms and insects. It is believed that lavender has beneficial powers for both mind and body relaxations. The smell of lavender has conjuring powers to memory. In some parts of the world, lavender was also used for the treatment of cough and rumbling. There are almost 28 types of lavendula species and all of them are so similar to each other that they are often confused. Native to France, it is found along to Mediterranean region but now it is being widely cultivated through out the world as per its economic use. Previously it was used in perfumes and fragrances. Common Name
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Structure Lavender is a perennial, bushy and branching shrub. It usually grows to a height of 3 feet. The mature plant’s stem becomes dense and woody. It’s a grayish green plant. The flowers are small and purple in color. Leaves are found on the opposite sides of the stem and they are lanceolate. Only the flowers are used in medication and other uses. The extracts are taken from the flower; no other parts are used in this aspect. It is slightly spicy and bitter and has cooling effects. Uses – Medicinal / Remedial Other than its use in perfumes and fragrances, lavender is also used to treat stress, insomnia, heartburn, indigestion and migraine. Lavender is used internally as well as externally. In addition to these lavender has cleansing qualities for the skin. It is good for oily skin. It has been widely used in cosmetics and medicines. The oil extracted from the flowers is used in medicines. The quality and effect of the oil is different depending on when the plants were harvested. Lavender tea has tremendous effects to calm the ravaged nerves. It can treat emotional outbursts and calm the stressed nerves. It is best used for headaches. A cup of tea of lavender may help in bringing relief from headache and fatigue. The oil extracted from lavender is invaluable and it sooths inflammation of the skin, wounds, burns and sores. The anodyne properties of the oil also lend its use as a liniment. Bloating and gas can be treated by use of lavender. The people used to put some lavender leaves in clothes drawers as they repel insects and keep the clothes save. Normal use of lavender comprises of 1 to 2 cups of lavender tea for internal treatment. Lavender is presently used in oil form and tea form only. There is no other way to use lavender. Lavender tea can be used to treat chest congestions. It is beneficial in treating neuralgia pain, sore feet and eczema. The anti depressant qualities of the lavender oil helps in aromatherapy to get rid of tensions and helps in meditation. System Affected These two systems are mainly affected by lavender’s use:
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Safety Issues Lavender is not a harmful herb but it should be used in moderate amount. Only two drops of lavender oil is more than enough in 1 liter of water for disinfecting purpose. |
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