According to Encyclopaedia Britannica, lavender is any plant of the genus Lavandula that comprises about thirty species of the mint family Lamiaceae, native to countries bordering on the Mediterranean. The English lavender (angustifolia or officinalis) is cultivated widely for its essential oil and for its narrow fragrant leaves and spikes of purple flowers that are dried and used in sachets. Meanwhile, the French lavender (stoechas) and (lanata) native to Spain, are also widely cultivated. The ancient Romans used lavender in their baths, and the dried flowers have long been used to scent chests and closets.
Lavender symbolizes peace, purity and tranquility. The name of this flower comes from the Latin word lavare, which means to wash. During the Roman empire, this flower is often used in both laundry and bath waters.
Lavender symbolizes peace, purity and tranquility. The name of this flower comes from the Latin word lavare, which means to wash. During the Roman empire, this flower is often used in both laundry and bath waters.
This flower is a national flower of Portugal.
There are always flowers for those who want to see them.
Henri Matisse
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