Organic Lavender

Origin: Australia, Certified Organic 

Note: all dried herbs will come packaged in a resealable, lined pouch. If buying multiple herbs, they will be posted separately unless specified in order notes to combine. 

Constituents

Volatile oil (linalyl acetate, linalol, geraniol, cineole, limonene), tannins, flavonoids (luteolin), coumarins, phytosterols, triterpenes (ursolic acid).

Medicinal use

It is an effective herb for headaches, especially when they are related to stress. It can be quite effective in the clearing of depression, especially if used in conjunction with other remedies. As a gentle strengthening tonic of the nervous system it  may be helpful for nervous debility and exhaustion. It can be used to soothe and promote natural sleep. A drop of pure oil rubbed into the temples may clear a headache. 

Contraindications: Avoid excessive use during early pregnancy. 

Interactions: None known.