Spike Lavender Lavandula latifolia
Specifics
| Country of Origin: Spain | Extraction Method: |
| Chemical Families: Monoterpenols, Ketones, Oxides | Plant Part: Flowers |
| Aromas: Camphoraceous, Floral, Fresh, Herbaceous | Cultivation: Unsprayed |
About
Spike Lavender is great for muscles, pain, inflammation, headaches, and the respiratory system.
I find the effects of Spike Lavender (Lavandula latifolia) to vary enough from Lavandula angustifolia that it is worth highlighting the differences. The significant chemical differences between the two Lavenders are in the percentages of esters, ketones and oxides. The esters in Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) offer an antispasmodic and calming effect. The ketone camphor, in Spike Lavender (Lavandula latifolia), offers great circulatory, rubifacient and mucolytic properties, and the 1,8 cineole in Spike Lavender is a powerful expectorant.
I find the effects of Spike Lavender (Lavandula latifolia) to vary enough from Lavandula angustifolia that it is worth highlighting the differences. The significant chemical differences between the two Lavenders are in the percentages of esters, ketones and oxides. The esters in Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) offer an antispasmodic and calming effect. The ketone camphor, in Spike Lavender (Lavandula latifolia), offers great circulatory, rubifacient and mucolytic properties, and the 1,8 cineole in Spike Lavender is a powerful expectorant.
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Therapeutic Properties
- Analgesic - numbs pain
- Anti-depressant - can help to prevent and alleviate depression
- Anti-inflammatory -alleviates inflammation. help heal wounds
- Antiseptic - assists in fighting germs/infections, antiviral
- Antispasmodic - relieves spasms and cramps
- Decongestant, expectorant, mucolytic
- Rubifacient - generates localized increase in blood flow and circulation by irritation of skin, will often reduce pain and swelling
- Sudorific - increases sweating
- Anti-rheumatic
Emotional and Energetic Qualities
Provides strong energy and supportPromotes connection with the natural environment
Stimulates vibrancy
Recipe
For Headache Associated With Sinus Infection4 drops Spike Lavender
2 drops Eucalyptus (globulus)
4 drops Frankincense
1 drop Peppermint
Put a drop on a tissue and inhale for a few minutes, then dilute in a 1 oz. carrier and rub on the back of your neck and on your feet.
References:
1. Battaglia S. The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy. 2nd edition, The International Centre of Holistic Aromatherapy, Australia, 2003
2. Davis P. Aromatherapy an A-Z. New revised edition C.W. Daniel Company Limited, England, 1999
3. Schnaubelt K. Advanced Aromatherapy, The Science of Essential Oil Therapy, Healing Arts Press, USA, 1998
Safety Issues
Do not use with pregnant women. Can be stimulating, some may need to avoid nighttime use.
