The bay laurel (Laurus nobilis, of the Lauraceae family) is also known as sweet bay, bay tree, true laurel, Grecian laurel, laurel lree, or simply laurel.

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Bay Laurel
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Bay Laurel (Laurus nobilis) flower buds and leaves
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Laurus
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L. nobilis
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Laurus nobilis
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It is an aromatic evergreen tree or large shrub with green, glossy leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region. Bay leaves used in cooking come from the bay laurel.


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