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The herbs shown below match your search for 'Sweet Bay Tree'. Please remember that you cannot simply stuff a bunch of herbs in your mouth and feel better. Some are taken orally, but many are taken topically. Incorrect dosage or application can be harmful. Once you have found a herb that appears to meet your needs, you should seek expert advice before attempting to use it!

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Sweet Bay Tree - Laurus nobilis (Lauraceae)

(Bay, sweet laurel, bay laurel)

Description: ge dense evergreen shrub or tree that grows up to 50 ft. Glossy oval dark green leaves. Small light yellow flowers in early summer followed by black berries. Uses: Leaves used anytime dried and lightly pressed. Ripe berries are pressed for oil. An aromatic antiseptic plant that was used to weave the laurels of Roman general's crown. Leaves used as a flavoring in cooking. Leaves may also be pulped and applied as an antiseptic poultice to burns and bruises.

Medicinal uses: astringent, burns, bruises

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