Lavandula spica
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. |