Lavender

Scientific Name: Lavandula angustifolia

Plant Family:  Lamiaceae, mint family

Actions:  Aromatic, carminative and nervine  carminative, sedative, bitter,  cholagogue, anti-microbial, anti-emetic, anti-nauseant and stomachic

Energetics:  Cooling and drying

Preparations: Infusion, steam inhalation, topical

Uses:  Culinary: vinegars, fresh herb

Cautions:  None known