Where does Lavender come from?
Lavender is a flowering plant part of the mint family. It is not uncommon to see lavender with its pretty purple flowers growing everywhere as people plant this herb in their gardens quite frequently. The name lavender comes from the Latin root lavare, which means “to wash.” This name was most likely given to this herb because of its traditional use in soaps and bath and hair products. In ancient Egypt lavender was used in the mummification process and in Persia, Greece and Rome it was popular among women as a bath additive. Traditionally, lavender was used for mental health purposes and as an antiseptic, today, this herb is used to relieve restlessness, insomnia, depression and anxiety.
