Indigenous to Bulgaria France Mediterranean Tasmania & North America. Written about by Jerome Brunschwig in 15th C France. Possibly originated in Persia or The Canary Isles.16th Century Lavender was being cultivated in England & Germany. Botanical family Labiatae comprising aromatic herbs such as thyme oregano peppermint sage. Main uses today Cramps Convulsions Fainting Encouraging hair growth Headaches Colic Rheumatic pains Helps aid restful sleep.