Bay tree - Trees & plants

Laurel is an evergreen shrub belonging to the Lauracée family. It is native to the Mediterranean and is widely used in cooking, traditional medicine and perfumery.

Bay leaves are widely used as a spice in cooking, especially in Mediterranean cuisine, for their aromatic aroma and slightly bitter flavor. Bay leaves are also used in traditional medicine for their antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and to help reduce blood sugar. In perfumery, laurel essential oil is used for its toning and stimulating properties, and for its woody and spicy aroma.

The laurel is also a symbol of victory and wisdom in Greek and Roman