Lavender vs. Indigo — What's the Difference?

A fragrant plant of the mint family.

Symbolizes intuition and depth.

Represents refinement and purity.

A deep blue-violet color.

A pale purple color.

A dye obtained from the indigo plant.

Symbolic of femininity and grace.

Associated with royalty and dignity.

Used in aromatherapy for relaxation.

Used for meditation and spiritual insight.

A small aromatic evergreen shrub of the mint family, with narrow leaves and bluish-purple flowers, used in perfumery and medicine.

Indigo is a deep color close to the color wheel blue (a primary color in the RGB color space), as well as to some variants of ultramarine, based on the ancient dye of the same name. The word "indigo" comes from the Latin for Indian as the dye was originally exported to Europe from India.

A pale blue colour with a trace of mauve

Any of various shrubs or herbs of the genus Indigofera in the pea family, having pinnately compound leaves and usually red or purple flowers in axillary racemes.

Perfume with lavender

A dark blue crystalline compound, C16H10N2O2, that is obtained from these plants or produced synthetically and is widely used as a textile dye. Also called indigotin.

Any of various aromatic plants of the genus Lavandula of the mint family, native chiefly to the Mediterranean region, especially L. angustifolia, having clusters of small purplish flowers. Lavender is widely cultivated as an ornamental and for its essential oil, used in perfumery and cosmetics.

Any of several related plants, especially those of the genera Amorpha and Baptisia.

The fragrant dried leaves, stems, and flowers of this plant.

The hue of that portion of the visible spectrum lying between blue and violet, evoked in the human observer by radiant energy with wavelengths of approximately 420 to 450 nanometers; a dark blue to grayish purple blue.

A pale to light purple to very light or very pale violet.

A purplish-blue colour

Any of a group of European plants, genus, Lavandula, of the mint family.

An indigo-colored dye obtained from certain plants (the indigo plant or woad), or a similar synthetic dye.

(color) A pale bluish purple colour, like that of the lavender flower.

An indigo plant, such as from species in genera Indigofera, Amorpha (false indigo), Baptisia (wild indigo), and Psorothamnus and Dalea (indigo bush).

A kind of film stock for creating positive prints from negatives as part of the process of duplicating the negatives.

Having a deep purplish-blue colour

(color) Having a pale purple colour.

A kind of deep blue, one of the seven prismatic colors.

(politics) Pertaining to LGBT people and rights.

A blue dyestuff obtained from several plants belonging to very different genera and orders, such as, the woad, Isatis tinctoria (family Cruciferae), Indigofera suffroticosa, Indigofera tinctoria (family Leguminosae), Indigofera Anil, Nereum tinctorium, Polygonum tinctorium Ait. (family Polygonaceae), etc.; called also natural indigo. It is a dark blue earthy substance, tasteless and odorless, with a copper-violet luster when rubbed. Indigo does not exist in the plants as such, but is obtained by decomposition of the glycoside indican.

(transitive) To decorate or perfume with lavender.

Having the color of, pertaining to, or derived from, indigo.

An aromatic plant of the genus Lavandula (Lavandula vera), common in the south of Europe. It yields and oil used in medicine and perfumery. The Spike lavender (Lavandula Spica) yields a coarser oil (oil of spike), used in the arts.

A blue dye obtained from plants or made synthetically

The pale, purplish color of lavender flowers, paler and more delicate than lilac.

Deciduous subshrub of southeastern Asia having pinnate leaves and clusters of red or purple flowers; a source of indigo dye

Any of various Old World aromatic shrubs or subshrubs with usually mauve or blue flowers; widely cultivated

A blue-violet color

Of a pale purple color

Lavender is known for its calming and relaxing effects, whereas indigo is believed to stimulate intuition and creativity.

It symbolizes serenity, grace, elegance, and femininity.

Lavender is a light purple with a soft, calming presence, while indigo is a deep blue with violet undertones, known for its depth and sophistication.

Indigo represents depth, stability, intuition, and is often associated with sophistication and spiritual insight.

Yes, they can complement each other well, with lavender adding a soft, light contrast to the depth and richness of indigo.

Yes, lavender can induce relaxation and reduce anxiety, while indigo can help in deepening concentration and enhancing creativity.

No, it is also a fragrant plant known for its essential oils and aromatic properties.

Yes, lavender is often associated with femininity, elegance, and has various cultural ceremonies and traditions.

Lavender prefers temperate climates, while indigo plants can vary in their climate preferences, often thriving in more tropical or subtropical regions.

Indigo dye originates from the plant genus Indigofera, historically valued for its rich blue dye.

Historically, indigo was more expensive due to its significance in the dye industry, but today, the cost can vary based on the product.

Lavender is popular for spring and summer wear, offering a light, fresh look, while indigo is favored in more formal or winter attire for its depth and warmth.

Indigo is historically associated with royalty, spirituality, and was used in prestigious textiles.

Indigo dye is extracted from the leaves of certain plants, primarily those in the Indigofera genus.

Lavender is widely used in aromatherapy, cosmetics, and as a herbal remedy for its calming properties.