Lavender (Lavandula angustifolia)

Parts used: Flowers
Properties
Analgesic, antibacterial, anti-depressant, anti-emetic, antiseptic, anti-spasmodic, carminative, circulatory stimulant, nervine, nervous system tonic, relaxant, rubefacient
This is an effective herb for headaches, especially when they are related to stress.  Lavender can be quite effective in the clearing of depression, especially when used in conjunction with other remedies.  As a gentle strengthening tonic of the nervous system, it may be used in states of nervous debility and exhaustion.  It can be used to soothe and promote natural sleep.
Externally the oil may be used as stimulating liniment to help ease the aches and pains of rheumatism.

Primary Applications

Colic
Debility
Exhaustion
Headache, tension
Indigestion
Insect bites/stings
Irritability
Pain relief
Sleep aid
Spasm, asthma, bronchitis
Sunburn
Tonic
Wounds

Secondary Applications

Eczema
Hair rinse, lice
Mouthwash
Nausea