**Lavender (#0excludeGlossary Glossary Term)**
Lavender, a term steeped in history, originally derives from the Latin #1excludeGlossary meaning #2excludeGlossary 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 #3excludeGlossary 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]
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 | |
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| Lavender flowers with bracts | |
Scientific 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 | |
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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.
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 (“wash”) due to 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, plural
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