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Laurus nobilis - Lauraceae (ENG) Laurus nobilis, commonly known as bay laurel, is an evergreen shrub belonging to the Lauraceae family. It can take on either a shrub or a tree form and is characterized by leathery, aromatic, deep green leaves. image created with canva.com It is a hardy species, capable of tolerating temperatures down to -10°C, and prefers sunny or partially shaded locations. The plant has been known since ancient times for its symbolic and medicinal value: it was sacred to Apollo and used to crown poets and leaders. The balsamic period of the leaves, the time when the concentration of active ingredients is highest, coincides with the month of June. The leaves contain tannins, cineole, pinene, anethole, and eugenol, molecules responsible for its aromatic and therapeutic properties. The essential oil, rich in volatile compounds, gives the plant an intense aroma and a marked biological effect. Laurel is traditionally used as: Carminative: promotes the elimination of intes