Stellenbosch University Botanical Garden, South Africa

Common name: Franse lavental, Spaanse laventel, French lavender, Spanish lavender

Family: Lamiaceae (Mint)

Distribution: Mediterranean

IUCN Red list: Not evaluated

Comments: This species is more fragile than common lavender (Lavandula angustifolia), as it is less winter hardy; but harsher and more resinous in its oils. Like other lavenders, it is associated with hot, dry, sunny conditions in alkaline soils. However, it tolerates a range of situations, though it may be short-lived.