Lavandin, Grosso Essential Oil (Lavandula X Intermedia Grosso)

Overview

Lavandin, Grosso may also be referred to as English lavender, Dutch lavender, or lavandin. It is typically processed using steam or hydro distillation as a method for extracting oil from the flowering tops, flowers.

Summary

'Grosso' is a cross between Lavandula angustifolia and Lavandula latifolia and is a larger plant overall than these species. These hybrids were first developed in France for use in perfumes and essential oils. Plump, violet-blue flower spikes fill the air with their sweet fragrance. Its long flower stems make this variety especially good for use in bouquets.

Lavandin, Grosso Essential Oil
Lavandula x intermedia F. d. Richards CC-BY-SA 2.0

Essential Facts

  • Aroma Description:

    Floral Fresh Slightly sweet Soft

  • Common Name(s): English lavender, Dutch lavender, or lavandin
  • Botanical Family: Lamiaceae
  • Chemical Family: Esters, Ketones, Monoterpenols
  • Perfumery Note: Top/Middle
  • Indigenous Country: Spain
  • Cultivation: Distiller is Certified Organic
  • Processing Methods: Steam or Hydro Distillation
  • Part Typically Used: Flowering tops, Flowers
  • Shelf Life: 6 years
  • Ethically and sustainably sourced Ethically and sustainably sourced
  • Organic Organic
  • Vegan Vegan
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