Lavender, Spike
Lavender, Spike (Lavandula angustifolia) - France -Essential oil by Garden Essence. 100% pure, single species, first distillation, guaranteed free of pesticides and herbicides.
This Lavender is produced from flowers growing in France, is a slightly sharper, more camphorus cousin to 'True' Lavender. Native to the mountainous regions of the Mediterranean, it appears as a cross between Lavender and Sage - and in fact, that is a close description of its aroma. If you are using Lavender for aromatic purposes - in a diffuser or otherwise, try the highland or wild varieties. Spike Lavender is best suited to other aromatherapy applications such as an anti-septic in daily-use skin blends and other topical uses.Spike lavender is listed in the British Pharmacopoeia, supportive of cases flatulent dyspepsia, colic, depressive headaches, and describes the use of the oil topically for rheumatic pain. The oil may also have analgesic and anti-inflammatory applications, for infections in general, and is suited for children.
Blends well with: bay, bergamot, chamomile, citronella, clarysage, geranium, jasmine, lemon, mandarin, orange, palmarosa, patchouli, pine, tangerine, thyme, rosemary, rosewood, ylang ylang
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