What lavender is not edible? A guide to safe culinary use
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While English lavender (Lavandula angustifolia) has been evaluated as generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the U.S. FDA for use in food when used in small quantities, many other ornamental lavender varieties are not recommended for culinary use. Knowing what lavender is not edible is crucial to avoid an unpleasantly bitter flavor or, in the case of essential oils, potential toxicity.
