Lavender
Description
Lavender is a perennial herb with branched flowering woody stems.
Botanical Names
Lavandula angustifolia (English or True Lavender)
Lavandula dentana (French Lavender)
Lavandula latifolia (Spike Lavender)
All species of Lavender are from the Mint (Labiatae) family.
Part Used
Flowers (and Oil from flowers)
Health Benefits of Lavender
Cardiovascular System
Lavender oil applied topically to the back of the neck may alleviate Shock. Anecdotal Evidence
Digestive System
Lavender (leaves chewed) may alleviate Hiccups. Anecdotal Evidence
Lavender (tea) may alleviate Nausea. Anecdotal Evidence
Eyes/Vision
Lavender as cooled tea applied topically as an eye bath may alleviate Eyes - Bloodshot. Anecdotal Evidence
Immune System
Lavender essential oii ingested in small quantities may help to prevent several types of Cancer due to the Limonene and Perillyl Alcohol content of Lavender oil. [1]
Lavender may suppress some forms of Bacteria - Detrimental (according to folklore).
Lavender may inhibit some types of Fungi - Detrimental. [2]
Lavender oil soaked in a cottonwool ball and packed into the outer ear) may alleviate Earache. Anecdotal Evidence
Lavender diluted and taken internally may reduce Fever. Anecdotal Evidence
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