Bay Leaf Laurel Leaves in Bulk Sale

Bay leaf (also called laurel leaf) is the leaf of the sweet bay (Laurus nobilis) evergreen tree in the Lauraceae family. A popular spice used in pickling or dipping foods, as well as in stews, stuffings and fish. It tastes fragrant but slightly bitter. The essential oil content is about 2%, and the main component is cineole (C10H18O). Dried bay leaves are smooth and glossy and are often used whole and removed from dishes after cooking. Or sold as laurel powder. Sweet laurel is native to the Mediterranean coast and has been cultivated since ancient times. In ancient Greece, laurel leaves were used to make garlands on the heads of winning athletes. In the Middle Ages bay leaves were used for medicinal purposes.