Can You Eat Lavender Straight? The Dangers of Direct Consumption
                                
                                
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                                Over 47 species exist within the Lavandula genus, but not all are created equal when it comes to consumption. So, can you eat lavender straight? The short answer is that while culinary varieties are safe in controlled amounts, directly consuming non-culinary or raw plant parts can be risky and result in an unpleasant, soapy taste.