Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nobilis
ID:
364821

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 369 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000364153

Common Names

  • Laurus
  • Noble Laurel
  • Sweet Bay

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Synonyms

  • Laurus tenuifolia Mill. [unknown]
  • Laurus undulata Mill. [unknown]
  • Laurus angusta Raf. [unknown]
  • Laurus nobilis lanceolata Meisn. [unknown]
  • Laurus nobilis latifolia (Risso) Maire [unknown]
  • Laurus nobilis rotundifolia Emb. & Maire [unknown]
  • Laurus nobilis undulata Meisn. [unknown]
  • Laurus nobilis floribunda Meisn. [unknown]
  • Laurus nobilis longifolia Risso [unknown]
  • Laurus nobilis angustifolia Nees [unknown]
  • Laurus salicifolia Nees [invalid]
  • Laurus nobilis latifolia Risso [unknown]
  • Laurus nobilis lanceolata Meisn. [unknown]

Description

Laurus nobilis (also called Bay Laurel, among many other common names) is an evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean region. It has an upright, pyramidal shape and grows up to 20 meters tall. Its bark is gray-brown and deeply furrowed. Its leaves are elliptic-oblong and have three to five lobes. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be found in forests, woodlands, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Laurus nobilis is a species of evergreen tree in the Lauraceae family. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is used for ornamental purposes, as a medicinal plant, and as a source of food for animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Laurus nobilis is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and green with oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Laurus nobilis is an evergreen tree that is native to the Mediterranean region. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed or cuttings. It can be propagated from cuttings taken in spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from healthy, young shoots and placed in a well-drained medium. The cuttings should be kept moist and in a warm, bright location until they have rooted. Once rooted, they can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Laurus nobilis

Laurus nobilis is found in the Mediterranean region.

Laurus nobilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Laurus nobilis?

Laurus nobilis

What is the common name of Laurus nobilis?

Bay laurel

What is the natural habitat of Laurus nobilis?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Laurus genus

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,

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