Lavender (Lavandula officinalis)
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Lavender (Lavandula officinalis)
Image: © Evelyn Simak Taken: 14 Jun 2017
Lavender is a member of the mint family, originating from the Mediterranean region, northern and eastern parts of Africa and southwestern Asia. To date more than 40 known species of lavender have been documented The plant is cultivated mainly because of the essential oils its flowers contanin and which are used in the perfumes and cosmetics industry. The main active ingredients in lavender are 51% linalool and 35% linalyl acetate. Linalool is a terpene alcohol and responsible for the strong floral scent of lavender. Lavender is als known for its medicinal uses and reported to relax spasms, benefit the digestion, stimulate peripheral circulation and the uterus and to lower fever. It is also used as an antiseptic and an anti-depressant.
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Image Location
Latitude
52.681283
Longitude
0.583939