Interesting Facts about Lavender and Periwinkle
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Origin
Africa, Mediterranean Region, Southern Asia
  
Europe, France, Spain
  
Interesting Facts of
- In ancient times Lavenders were used for mummification in Egypt.
- The word lavender has originated from a latin word 'Lavare' which means 'to wash'.
  
- About 2,000 pounds of dried periwinkle leaves are used to extract just 1 gram of vinblastine.
- Periwinkles ensures baby's long life when kept at the side of the newborn baby and when kept around candles keeps the love of the newlyweds forever.
  
Lifespan
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
  
Perennials - a plant that lives for three or more years
  
Habit
Shrubs
  
Shrubs
  
Flower Meaning
  
  
Astrological Flower
  
  
Birth Month Flower
  
  
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Lavender and Periwinkle History
You must be fascinated by the interesting facts about Lavender and Periwinkle.
Interesting facts about Lavender and Periwinkle also include the information about their history and origin. Lavender and Periwinkle history is one of the important aspects of their interesting facts.Lavender is originated in Africa, Mediterranean Region, Southern Asia whereas traces of Periwinkle were first found near Europe, France, Spain.