In this blog, Lavender flowers will be discussed, not Lavender Oil. Read on to learn about possible health benefits of beautiful and fragrant Lavender flowers.
Lavender (Lavandula) a flowering plant in the mint family that’s easily identified by its sweet floral scent. It’s believed to be native to the Mediterranean, the Middle East, and India, with a history dating as far back as 2,500 years.
In ancient times, lavender was used as a holy herb. Additionally, it was often used to freshen up and give a light scent to a variety of personal items, such as clothes and hair.
Today, lavender is more than just a fragrant plant. As it turns out, this herb is also commonly used for medicinal and therapeutic benefits. So if you’re dealing with a few medical issues of your own, and you don’t want to risk the unpleasant side effects that come with many over-the-counter…
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Enjoy lavender plants. Fairly easy to grow in the Northwest, if not totally ignored.
Thanks for sharing the photo and the text.