Country of origin: Spain

Method of Extraction: Steam distillation from the flowering tops

Plant Family: Lamiaceae

Aromatic molecules: 1,8 cineole, linalol, camphor 

Main Theraputic Properties: antifungal, expectorant, antiviral

This aerial plant likes the scrublands of southern Europe and limy soils, is sensitive to cold and has light violet flowers on loose ears found on the top of long stems. Blooming and harvesting occur later than with true lavender Spike lavender provides an essential oil that is good for emergencies, as it can ”miraculously” sooth and heal severe burns and wasp stings almost instantaneously. The need for this EO in these circumstances proves that aromatherapy is indeed a form of medicine all by itself.