2. • Synonyms:- Common Lavendor
• Biological source:- It is the volatile oil obtained by steam distillation
of fresh flowering tops of Lavandula officinalis Chaix .
• Family :- Labiatae.
• Geographical Source:- It is found in Portugal and eastwards
throughout the Mediterranean region. Lavender is cultivated to some
extent in India.
• Morphology:-
• Colour:- Colourless or yellow liquid.
• Odour:- Characteristics pleasant aroma.
• Solubility:- Slightly soluble in water, soluble in 4 volume of 70%
alcohol,Carbon disulphide.
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4. • Chemical constituents:-
The oil contains about 30-40% esters,
calculated as linalyl acetate and also linalool,pinene,geraniol and cineol
Standard quality:-
Density:- 0.878-0.892
Refractive index:-1.445-1.466
Optical rotation:- 12.5°-7.0°
Acid value:- Not more than 1%
Uses:- It is used as aromatic, Carminative and as flavouring agents in
perfumery and cosmetics.