Lavandin Grosso
Lavandula x intermedia
A hybrid between true lavender and spike lavender, offering a higher-yield, more affordable option with stronger camphor notes, suited to respiratory and muscular applications.
Aroma Profile
Fresh, floral, herbaceous with pronounced camphor-cineole notes and a bright green top note, more penetrating and less sweet than true lavender but more floral than spike lavender.
Strength: strong
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Therapeutic Properties
Chemistry
Primary Constituents
Linalool (24-35%), linalyl acetate (28-38%), camphor (6-8%), 1,8-cineole (4-7%), borneol (2-4%), terpinen-4-ol (2-6%)
Emotional & Psychological
A practical, grounding middle ground between true lavender and spike lavender, it offers emotional balance with a touch more mental activation than true lavender. It is useful for those who find true lavender too sedating but need emotional calming, particularly during high-stress periods that require both relaxation and continued cognitive function, and is widely used in spa and wellness environments.
Physical Therapeutic Uses
Excellent for muscular tension, headaches, and mild respiratory congestion. Its camphor content provides warming analgesic action for sore muscles, sports injuries, and tension headaches, while the ester content preserves lavender-like calming and antispasmodic effects. Commonly used in laundry, cleaning, and household aromatherapy due to its affordability, and it blends well into massage oils for post-exercise recovery.
Safety Profile
Contraindications
Avoid with epilepsy and in first trimester pregnancy. Caution in those sensitive to camphor.
Drug Interactions
No significant documented interactions.
Pet Safety Notes
Not safe for cats. Caution with dogs due to camphor; use low dilutions and well-ventilated diffusion.
Application Methods
How to Use This Oil
middle note — the heart of a blend. Provides body and balance. Emerges after the top note fades.
Common Ways to Use
Diffusion
Add 3-5 drops to a diffuser with water. Run for 30-60 minutes at a time with breaks. Ensure good ventilation.
Topical Application
Dilute to No Tisserand restriction in a carrier oil (jojoba, sweet almond, or coconut). Apply to desired area. Always patch test first.
Direct Inhalation
Add 1-2 drops to a tissue or personal inhaler. Breathe in gently. Good for quick relief and on-the-go use.
Massage
Blend at No Tisserand restriction dilution in a massage carrier oil. Apply with gentle strokes to the desired area.
Bath
Mix 4-6 drops with a tablespoon of carrier oil or bath salts before adding to warm bath water. Never add undiluted oil directly to bath.