PRODUCT DESCRIPTION :
Laurus nobilis grows 6–18 m (20–60 feet) tall.
The stiff, alternate, oval leaves are dull and leathery and about 7.5–10 cm (3–4 inches) long; the leaf edges are smooth and often wavy. The small and inconspicuous flowers are yellowish or greenish white. The fruit, a green, purple, or blackish berry, contains one seed.
 
The laurel is an is an aromatic evergreen large shrub or small tree, with green, glabrous smooth leaves, variable in size and sometimes reaching 7–18 m (23–59 ft) tall. The genus Laurus includes four accepted species, whose diagnostic key characters often overlap. The bay laurel is dioecious (unisexual), with male and female flowers on separate plants.
 
An evergreen tree (Laurus nobilis) of the Mediterranean region valued for its aromatic ovate leaves, used in cooking. Also called bay5, bay laurel, sweet bay, Grecian laurel or simply laurel.
 
CULTIVATION IN SPAIN ANDALUSIA :
Cultivated in fertile Andalucian lands, sun-drenched and surrounded by water, there is no better place in Europe to grow laurel and provide all the nutrients and health benefits. Especially keep cool to keep you the best sweet taste in your palate of flavors and mouth.
 
HISTORICAL ORIGIN:
The plant probably originates from Asia Minor, from where the Greeks brought it back to their country. From there the laurel was brought to Italy, where it laurelled many heads of Romans. We can say with certainly that the laurel has already been used for three thousand years for the manufacturing of wreaths.
This makes the laurel one of the oldest plants known.
 
Both the ancient Greeks and the Romans regarded the bay laurel leaves to be highly sacred and valuable, as they symbolized victory and high status. The Greeks also considered it to be a potent medicine that was capable of protecting them against plague and various diseases.
 
How the plant has ended up in Belgium is something we will never know for sure. It is suspected that the laurel was already found in Bruges in the 17th century, and that it has been cultivated thanks to Monsignor Triest.
At the end of the 19th century Bruges was, together with Ghent, world famous as horticultural centre. This is a period we know a lot more about.
Plants were exported to Imperial and Royal Courts.
 
HEALTH BENEFITS :
The Greeks also considered it to be a potent medicine that was capable of protecting them against plague and various diseases.
Bay leaves are a rich source of vitamin A, vitamin C, iron, potassium, calcium, and magnesium. ...
They have been proven to be useful in the treatment of migraines.
Bay Leaf contains enzymes that help to breakdown proteins and digest food faster, helping to calm indigestion.
 
Provides Respiratory Relief
The essential oil of the bay laurel leaf is known to be an expectorant as it is able to clear up excess phlegm and mucus lodged within your respiratory tracts, thus relieving congestion of the nasal passageway.
Its antibacterial and antiseptic nature is also useful for killing off any bacteria or viruses that can cause infections of the respiratory system, it is able to soothe any involuntary contractions, spasms and convulsions, thus providing immense relief from painful coughing spells.
Offers Pain Relief
Bay laurel leaf oil is also known for its analgesic qualities, and it is often used to provide pain relief to a variety of ailments like muscular and joint problems associated with arthritis, rheumatism, gout or to sore, aching muscles after an intense workout session.
Furthermore, the oil is all-natural, which is definitely better than over-the-counter painkillers.
Supports Digestive Health
The oil is also thought to be good for the digestive system as it augments the digestive processes and helps boost appetite.