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In the [[middle ages]] lavender water was used to prevent head [[lice]]. Lavender was often used for washing, and it is from the herb that we derive the word ''laundry''. |
In the [[middle ages]] lavender water was used to prevent head [[lice]]. Lavender was often used for washing, and it is from the herb that we derive the word ''laundry''. |
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==See Also== |
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* [[Lavender (Askham)|Lavender according to ''Askham's Herbal'']] |
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[[Category:Herbs]] |
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Latest revision as of 13:45, 5 November 2004
Lavender refers to any plant of the genus Lavedula. They are an ornamental herb with distinctive, highly fragrant, purple flowers.
In the middle ages lavender water was used to prevent head lice. Lavender was often used for washing, and it is from the herb that we derive the word laundry.
