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Lavandula angustifolia Mill.

garden lavender (Lamiaceae / Labiatae)

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Garden escapes of Lavandula angustifolia occur throughout the British Isles.

Oxford (VC23: Oxfordshire); 2015-06-22

 garden lavender / Lavandula angustifolia: Garden escapes of _Lavandula angustifolia_ occur throughout the British Isles.

The leaves of Lavandula angustifolia are white with hairs when young; they release a strong and familiar odour when bruised.

Oxford (VC23: Oxfordshire); 2015-06-22

 garden lavender / Lavandula angustifolia: The leaves of _Lavandula angustifolia_ are white with hairs when young; they release a strong and familiar odour when bruised.

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