spike lavender
Definition
- Noun:
- A Mediterranean plant with pale purple flowers: "Spike lavender" refers to a specific aromatic plant (Lavandula latifolia) native to the Mediterranean region, characterized by its pale purple flower spikes.
- A source of essential oil: The plant is cultivated for the production of spike lavender oil, which is used in perfumery and aromatherapy.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The hills were covered with spike lavender, filling the air with its strong scent.
- Spike lavender oil is known for its sharper, more camphorous aroma compared to true lavender oil.
Advanced Usage
- Botanical distinction: The term "spike lavender" is often used in botanical and horticultural contexts to distinguish from the more common "true lavender" ().
- For this remedy, the herbalist specified using oil from spike lavender, not English lavender.
Variants and Related Words
- Spike lavender oil (noun phrase): The essential oil distilled from the spike lavender plant.
- Spike lavender oil is a key ingredient in some muscle rubs.
Synonyms
- Broadleaved lavender: Another common name for the same plant species, .
- Portuguese lavender: A regional name sometimes used for this plant.
Related Terms (Contextual)
- Lavender: The general genus () to which spike lavender belongs. Note: "Lavender" alone typically refers to other species like .
- Lavandin: A hybrid plant () often confused with or related to spike lavender in commercial cultivation for oil.
Noun
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Mediterranean plant with pale purple flowers that yields spike lavender oil
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