Lavender (Lavanduala officinalis)
Native to the Mediterranean region. Pick just before the last flowers on each stalk are fully opened for optimum oil levels, between June and September. Dry and separate blossoms and leaves from stalk.
Carminative, anti-spasmodic, anti-depressant, rubefacient (topically increases blood circulation, leading to redness of the skin). Relaxing and calming effects, good sleeping aid. Leaves, as well as flowers, can have this sedative effect. Especially good for relaxing nerves and treating nerve pain. Anti-emetic (reduces nausea). Also known as aiding digestion. Long used as a remedy for giddiness, faintness, nervous palpitations, and flatulence. Combines well with lime blossom and balm to treat nerves. Lavender oil can also be rubbed into rheumatic joints to ease pain. Some claim that rubbing lavender oil on burns can aid in the healing process. Antiseptic when rubbed on the skin. Companions well with thyme, and attracts honeybees and butterflies while repelling moths. (Herbs: Their Cultivation and Usage, John and Rosemary Hemphill and The New Holistic Herbal, David Hoffman)
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