Greek Lavender has a medium-strength, floral, herbaceous, and sweet aroma that presents as a top-middlefragrance note. It is commonly referred to as English Lavender, Garden Lavender, Common Lavender, True Lavender, and Narrow-Leaved Lavender.

Lavender was cultivated by the ancient Greeks and Romans, and in Elizabethan England. The name “lavender” comes from the Latin verb lavare “to wash” or “to bathe.” Spike lavender grows wild over a large part of the Mediterranean area, preferring warmer and lower regions than lavender and lavandin.
Lavender (Lavandula Angustifolia) and its oil are considered to be the most effective remedies for burns and stings. It has excellent antimicrobial activity. It is effective against cough, asthma, flu and laryngitis. It also helps against headaches and gum disease.
For culinary uses grind in a pestle and mortar or make into a soothing herbal infusion. Alternatively place inside clothes drawer/ cupboard to prevent clothes moths, or use as a delightful room fragrance.