lavandula officinalis
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Definition
Noun: * A species of flowering plant: Lavandula officinalis is the scientific name for a specific, aromatic shrub native to the Mediterranean region. It is widely cultivated for its fragrant lilac-colored flowers.
Usage Notes
- This term is primarily used in scientific, botanical, and horticultural contexts. In everyday English, this plant is almost always called lavender.
- The name precisely identifies the species often referred to as "true lavender" or "English lavender," which is valued for its high-quality essential oil.
Examples
- Scientific Context:
- The study focused on the essential oil yield of Lavandula officinalis compared to other lavender species.
- In the botanical garden, the section labeled Lavandula officinalis was in full bloom.
Advanced Usage
- The "officinalis" part of the name is a Latin term meaning "of the workshop (of a pharmacist)." It denotes that this plant has a long history of recognized medicinal or herbal use.
Variants and Related Words
- Lavender (n): The common name for plants of the genus , especially .
- She dried bundles of lavender to place in her linen closet.
- Lavandula (n): The genus name encompassing all lavender species.
- Spike lavender (): A related species with a different scent profile.
- Lavandin (): A sterile hybrid, often between and .
Synonyms
- Common lavender
- True lavender
- English lavender (Note: This is a common name, not a scientific designation, and it is not native to England).
Related Phrases and Usage
- Lavender oil: The essential oil distilled from the flowers, often specifically from .
- The lavender oil was sourced from organic Lavandula officinalis fields.
- Dried lavender: The harvested and dried flower spikes of the plant, used for scent.
- Sachets of dried lavender filled the room with a calming fragrance.
Noun
- aromatic Mediterranean shrub widely cultivated for its lilac flowers which are dried and used in sachets