Lavender, French (Lavandula dentata)

NATIVE RANGE:

The Mediterranean region, Atlantic islands and the Arabian peninsula

DESCRIPTION:

Small shrub with grey-green toothy leaves and purple flowers on spikes, the entire plant is highly aromatic.

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ETYMOLOGY:

The word Lavender is thought to originate either from the the Latin word- lavare, which means “to wash,” and refers to infusions made from the plant, or from the word- livere, which means “blueish.” Whatever the origin, lavender is still prized for its color and scent.

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