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**Lavender (#0excludeGlossary Glossary Term)**

Lavender, a term steeped in history, originally derives from the Latin #1excludeGlossary meaning “to wash,” reflecting its ancient use in cleansing rituals. In the realm of cannabis, Lavender has taken on a new life as a beloved strain known for its tranquilizing effects and aromatic profile. This strain’s name is no coincidence; its fragrance is reminiscent of the lavender plant, offering a floral and herbal bouquet that soothes the senses. Over the years, Lavender has become synonymous with relaxation, making it a go-to choice for those seeking respite from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Its high linalool content not only defines its scent but also enhances its calming properties, making it a staple in the cannabis community. As the industry evolves, Lavender continues to captivate users with its gentle embrace, solidifying its status as a timeless favorite. [Source: Harvard Health, Leafly]

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Merriam-Webster Online Dictionary
lavender (noun)
1.
a) a Mediterranean mint ( syn. ) widely cultivated for its narrow aromatic leaves and spikes of lilac-purple flowers which are dried and used in sachets and from which is extracted an aromatic oil used chiefly in perfumery - Lavandula angustifolia L. officinalis
b) any of several plants congeneric with true lavender and used similarly but often considered inferior
2.
a pale purple
lavender (verb)
transitive verb
to sprinkle or perfume with lavender
Lavender (Wikipedia)

Lavandula (common name lavender) is a genus of 47 known species of perennial flowering plants in the sage family, Lamiaceae. It is native to the Old World, primarily found across the drier, warmer regions of the Mediterranean, with an affinity for maritime breezes.

Lavender
Lavender flowers with bracts
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Kingdom: Plantae
Clade: Tracheophytes
Clade: Angiosperms
Clade: Eudicots
Clade: Asterids
Order: Lamiales
Family: Lamiaceae
Subfamily: Nepetoideae
Tribe: Ocimeae
Genus: Lavandula
L.
Type species
Lavandula spica
Synonyms
  • Stoechas Mill.
  • Fabricia Adans.
  • Styphonia Medik.
  • Chaetostachys Benth.
  • Sabaudia Buscal. & Muschl.
  • Plectranthus mona lavender
  • Isinia Rech.f.

Lavender is found on the Iberian Peninsula and around the entirety of the Mediterranean coastline (including the Adriatic coast, the Balkans, the Levant, and coastal North Africa), in parts of Eastern and Southern Africa and the Middle East, as well as in South Asia and on the Indian subcontinent.

Many members of the genus are cultivated extensively in temperate climates as ornamental plants for garden and landscape use, for use as culinary herbs, and also commercially for the extraction of essential oils. Lavender is used in traditional medicine and as an ingredient in cosmetics.

Lavender (Wiktionary)

English

Etymology

From Middle English lavendre, from Anglo-Norman lavendre (French lavande), from Medieval Latin lavendula, possibly from Latin lividus (bluish), but influenced by lavō (to wash) due to the use of lavender in washing clothes.

Pronunciation

  • (UK) IPA(key): /ˈlæv.ən.də/
  • (General American) IPA(key): /ˈlæv.ən.dɚ/

Noun

lavender (countable and uncountable,

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