Facts About Lavender

Do you know that

• The name “lavender” originates from the Latin word ‘lavare’, meaning ‘to wash’. As for the scientific name “lavandula”, it is taken from “livendula”, meaning ‘bluish’.

• The plant is native to the Canary Islands, North and East Africa, south Europe and the Mediterranean, Arabia, and India.

• During the Great Plague in London in the 17th century, it was believed that a bunch of lavender fixed to wrist would ensure protecting its wearer against the deadly disease.

• Lavender flowers are remarkable by uncommon odor formed by the combination of 180 various constituents. It is immensely utilized in the perfume industry.

• There are flowers that come in yellow, green, white, and pink.

• Romans used lavender oils for taking bath, in cooking, and odorizing the air.

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