Lavender Powder (Lavandula angustifolia)

Ground dried flowers of Lavandula angustifolia, English Lavender, the most aromatic species in the lavender genus. The ground powder format is convenient for baking (where whole flowers can be unpleasantly crunchy), skin care preparations (where powders incorporate better into masks and scrubs), and direct ingredient use without grinding.

Key Facts

Botanical name

Lavandula angustifolia

Family

Lamiaceae (mint family)

Native region

Mediterranean, especially Provence (France)

Format

Ground flower powder (ready for baking and skin care)

Aromatic compounds

Linalool, linalyl acetate (primary), camphor, terpinen-4-ol

Distinct from

Lavandin (Lavandula × intermedia), a hybrid with more camphor character

What is Lavender Powder?

Lavender powder is dried lavender flowers ground to a powder, the same source plant as whole-flower lavender but processed for convenience in applications where the whole-flower form is awkward. The species Lavandula angustifolia (English Lavender) is the most prized for culinary and aromatic use because its essential oil is high in linalool and linalyl acetate (sweet floral compounds) and low in camphor; the related lavandin hybrid has more camphor character.

How to Use Lavender Powder

Baking: lavender shortbread, scones, cookies, ice cream, and lavender-honey cakes. Use sparingly - lavender is potent and easy to overdose, producing a soapy flavor. Skin care: face masks, body scrubs, bath blends. Sachets: combine with rice or salt for drawer sachets. Tea: steep 1/2 teaspoon per cup briefly; the powder produces a more concentrated brew than whole flowers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between whole lavender and lavender powder?
Same flowers, just ground. Whole flowers preserve aromatic compounds longer; powder is ready for direct use.

Is lavender powder culinary grade?
Yes; this is dried flower of the same plant used in culinary lavender.

How much lavender powder do I use in baking?
Start with 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon per recipe; lavender is potent and over-application produces a soapy flavor.

What's the difference between English Lavender and Lavandin?
English Lavender (L. angustifolia) is the high-quality culinary and aromatic species; Lavandin is a hybrid with more camphor character (used in cleaning products and lower-grade products).

Can I use lavender powder in skin care?
Yes; it incorporates into masks, scrubs, and bath blends.

What does lavender smell like?
Sweet, floral, and herbaceous with subtle balsamic notes; the classic Mediterranean aromatic flower.

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