It is native tae the auld warld an is foond frae cape verde an the canary islands, europe across tae northren an eastren africae, the mediterranean, soothwast asie tae sootheast indie. Lavandula was thought to originate in asia but the greatest plant diversity is found in the western regions of the world. Zheljazkov and others published lavandula species find, read and cite all the research you need on. General introduction to the genus lavandula maria lisbalchin 2.
A comparative study of terpene composition in different. The plants database includes the following 4 species of lavandula. Lavandula species are mainly grown for their essential oils, which are used in perfumery, cosmetics, food processing and aromatherapy products, and for their use as ornamental plants and ingredients in numerous cottage industry products. As we would expect from a kew monograph, the genus lavandula represents a taxonomic overhaul, the first major revision of the genus since publication of dorothy chaytors paper in 1937, and is based on existing research and that carried out by the authors in the past 15 years or so. Habitat in corsica native distribution areas reference. A taxonomic genus within the family lamiaceae the lavenders. While every effort has been made to provide the most reliable and uptodate information available, ultimate legal requirements with respect to species are contained in. The latin name for the lavender genus is lavandula, so all lavenders begin with lavandula. In this work, we report the diversity of terpene content in 33 accessions from the subgenera lavandula and. Buy genus lavandula botanical magazine monograph on free shipping on qualified orders genus lavandula botanical magazine monograph. Image not found or type unknown the genus lavandula is most. This is the first full treatment of this important genus to be undertaken since 1937. From farm to pharmacy 85 1402 bahare salehia,b, dima mnayerc, beraat ozcelikd,e, gokce altind, kadriye nur. These are primarily included because names of species rank are.
Read download the genus lavandula pdf pdf download. Lavandula common name lavender is a genus of 47 known species of flowering plants in the mint family, lamiaceae. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Two of the most commonly used lavenders are lavandula angustifolia and lavandula latifolia.
Lamiaceae comprises 40 species, of which only a few are used to extract essential oils for perfume and detergent industries. Certain types of lavender oil have also been shown to have antimicrobial and antifungal properties. The plant list includes a further 140 scientific plant names of infraspecific rank for the genus lavandula. Lavandula angustifolia lavender most commonly true lavender or english lavender, though not native to england. Kathy schlosser sassafras thymes 20041102 those interested in a thorough, understandable exploration of a plant genus need look no further than the genus lavandula. Lavandula x intermedia grosso walters gardens, inc. Lavandula x intermedia phenomenal niko pp24193 walters. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Lavandula is the latin genus referring to lavender.
Because lavandin belongs to the lavandula genus, it. Pdf plants of the genus lavandula from farm to pharmacy. Lavender the genus lavandula medicinal and aromatic plants. It is a cross hence the multiplication sign between the genus and the species between two lavandula species. Usda, ars, germplasm resources information network. Grosso is a cross between lavandula angustifolia and lavandula latifolia and is a larger plant overall than these species. Describing some 39 species, their hybrids and cultivars, this book brings together their taxonomy, distribution, history, cultivation, propagation, and an overview of their commercial products, essential oils and chemistry. We do not intend the plant list to be complete for names of infraspecific rank. The genus lavandula medicinal and aromatic plants industrial. With regard to the genus lavandula, no flavonoid survey of the genus has yet been undertaken, although some species have been investigated as part of wider taxonomic surveys of the family. Mony members o the genus are cultivatit extensively in temperate climates as ornamental plants for.
Happy reading top wildlife sites of the world book everyone. About the classification report about the classification download. Lavandula definition is a genus of eurasian herbs or shrubs family labiatae having small spicate flowers with a tubular 5toothed calyx. Lavandula angustifolia growing guide english lavender. Read online the genus lavandula and download the genus lavandula book full in pdf formats. Download file free book pdf the genus lavandula at complete pdf library. History of usage of lavandula species jo castle and maria lisbalchin 4. A comparative study of terpene composition in different clades of the. Plump, violetblue flower spikes fill the air with their sweet fragrance. Genus lavandula is spread around the mediterranean, southern europe. Long prized by the fragrance industry for its essential oils, the genus lavandula is steadily increasing in popularity among gardeners and horticulturists worldwide. The lavandula genus, belonging to the lamiaceae, includes 39 species, with nearly 400 registered cultivars.
The genus lavandula is native to the lands surrounding the. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus.
Classification for kingdom plantae down to genus lavandula l. The most comprehensive and authoritative account of lavender. There are about 39 different recognized species of this plant. The genus lavandula is a member of the lamiaceae labiatae family, which includes 39 species. Countless variations have been produced due to the ability to cross pollinate with other members in the lavender species. Essential oils distilled from members of the genus lavandula have been used both cosmetically and therapeutically for centuries with the most commonly used species being l. The genus lavandula lavender, lamiaceae is distributed from the canary and cape verde islands and madeira, across the mediterranean basin, north africa, southwest asia, the arabian peninsula and tropical ne africa with a disjunction to india. Itis taxonomy is based on the latest scientific consensus available, and is provided as a general reference source for interested parties. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. Department of agriculture agricultural research service.
The genus lavandula a botanical magazine monograph. Lavender the genus lavandula medicinal and aromatic. A taxonomic study of the genus lavandula, botanical journal of the linnean society, volume 51, issue 338, 1 november 1937, pages 153204, s. They are annual and herbaceous plants or small shrubs with aromatic foliage and flowers which differ by morphology, habitat, and chemical composition lesagemeessen et al. Lavandula graceful purpletoned blossoms perch atop graygreen scented foliage making lavender a welcome addition to the perennial border. Download file pdf lavender the genus lavandula medicinal and aromatic plants industrial profiles lavender the genus lavandula medicinal and aromatic plants industrial profiles when people should go to the books stores, search inauguration by shop, shelf by shelf, it is in point of fact problematic. Although the name of the genus is familiar to many people, only a few species are well known, e. Leaf flavonoids as systematic characters in the genera. Lavandula common name lavender is a genus o 47 kent species o flouerin plants in the mint faimily, lamiaceae. English lavender one of the hottest lavenders to hit the market in years and certainly one of lloyd travens favorite perennials ever.
Use the link below to share a fulltext version of this article with your friends and colleagues. Byproduct of lavandula latifolia essential oil distillation as source of. Bryan gardening newsletter 20041014 the genus lavandula deserves a spot on your bookshelf and will add immensely to your enjoyment of this fragrant plant. Note that seeds from lavandula angustifolia hidcote will not stay true cultivate by talking cuttings in the summer if growing as part of an hedge space lavender at 12 inches 30 cm apart or slightly further for larger. Introduction the genus lavandula comprises 39 species, numerous hybrids and about 400 registered cultivars benabdelkader et al. From farm to pharmacy the lavandula genus, belonging to the lamiaceae, includes 39 species, with nearly. However, it is not a legal authority for statutory or regulatory purposes. Buy genus lavandula botanical magazine monograph on. The plant list includes 120 scientific plant names of species rank for the genus lavandula. Lavandula rejdalii in the germplasm resources information network grin, u. History of nomenclature of lavandula species, hybrids and cultivars maria lisbalchin 5.
Lavandula definition of lavandula by merriamwebster. The lavandula genus, belonging to the lamiaceae, includes 39. Although there is considerable anecdotal information about the biological activity of these oils much of this. To date, the compound diversity of lavandula essential oils, and most notably terpene variation amongst species, is poorly documented. The genus lavandula is a comprehensive volume covering all aspects of our current knowledge of lavender, including. Its long flower stems make this variety especially good for use in bouquets. The genus lavandula medicinal and aromatic plants industrial profiles book 29 maria lisbalchin. Biological activities of lavender essential oil cavanagh. This genus has a wide distribution from the macaronesic region. Aug 01, 2002 lavandula species are mainly grown for their essential oils, which are used in perfumery, cosmetics, food processing and aromatherapy products, and for their use as ornamental plants and ingredients in numerous cottage industry products. Click on names to expand them, and on p for plants profiles. Flowers bloom in the summer and are wonderful for drying as well as charming, fragrant bouquets.
Lavandula from the latin verb lavare meaning to wash, reference to the use of water perfumed by oils of members of the genus. The genus lavandula medicinal and aromatic plants industrial profiles pamomi. It is native to the old world and is found from cape verde and the canary islands, europe across to northern and eastern africa, the mediterranean, southwest asia to southeast india. Download help lavandula angustifolia tsn 503344 taxonomy and nomenclature.