Jalil, Banaz; Heinrich, Michael; (2025) Lavandula species at the interface of traditional use, quality challenge and clinical evidence. Herbal Reality: Connecting quality, ethical trade and sustainability

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Abstract

Lavender is a highly valued aromatic and medicinal plant, appreciated in medicine, cosmetics, and related fields. Its production is central to the livelihoods of thousands of farmers worldwide (Figure 1). It grows best in sunny, well-drained areas and is commonly found in regions like the Mediterranean, southern Europe, and the United States. Lavandula, widely known as lavender, represents a diverse genus of flowering plants in the mint family (Lamiaceae) with deep roots in traditional medicine and growing relevance in modern scientific research. It’s known for its aromatic properties; Lavandula species has been used traditionally to treat restlessness, agitation, insomnia, and nervous intestinal discomfort. The flowers have also been used in infusions to treat asthma, cough, laryngitis and influenza. Lavender oil is used externally for scars and wound healing, as well as for insect bites and burns for its aroma, antimicrobial and analgesic properties. However, as interest in plant-based therapies increases, the integration of traditional knowledge with scientific assessments introduces both opportunities and challenges. The Lavandula species provides a unique intersection between its traditional use, demands for high quality in Lavandula-derived products, and the pursuit of robust clinical evidence to confirm potential health benefits.

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