Lavandula angustifolia (lavender or English lavender, though not native to England; also common lavender, true lavender, narrow-leaved lavender), formerly L. officinalis, is a flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae, native to the western Mediterranean, primarily the Pyrenees and other mountains in northern Spain.
Food Property | Type | Description |
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Flavor Profile | Sweet | Lavender flowers have a slightly sweet and floral flavor. |
Bitter | Lavender flowers can have a slightly bitter undertone. | |
Aroma | Volatile Compounds | Lavender flowers contain volatile compounds that contribute to their distinctive floral aroma. |
Color | Natural Pigments | Lavender flowers have a purple color due to natural pigments. |
Nutritional Value | Micronutrients | Lavender flowers contain micronutrients such as vitamins and minerals. |
Aroma | Essential Oils | Lavender flowers contain essential oils that give them their fragrant aroma. |
Cooking Behavior | Heat Conductivity | Lavender flowers do not have significant heat conductivity properties as they are typically used for flavoring and not cooking. |
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