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Bay

Bay leaf

Botanical name: Laurus nobilis
Botanical family: Lauraceae

Note: Top

Part of plant used: Tree/Leaves

Origin: Originally comes southern Europe and most commonly obtained from Morocco and Spain.

Description: Sweet and spicy.

History: Used in ancient Egypt and in Roman times, Bay was a symbol of wisdom and peace. ‘Laudis’, where it’s Latin name is derived from, means ‘to praise’ which is why Laurel wreaths were presented to Olympians.

Properties and Indications:

  • Can act as an appetite stimulant and help digestive system
  • Settles stomach pain and can expel wind
  • Tonic to the liver and kidneys
  • Promotes the flow of urine
  • Can be helpful for Rheumatic pain and other general aches and pains
  • Promotes sweating when there is fever
  • Useful for bronchial complaints
  • Helps regulate scanty periods and can speed up delivery in childbirth
  • Soothes inflammation and can minimize scars
  • Can stimulate hair growth, tones the scalp and can help clear dandruff

Personality:

  • Warming to the emotions
  • Mildly narcotic

Contra-indications:

  • Not to be used in pregnancy
  • Can irritate sensitive skin

Blending:

  • Aniseed, Caraway, Cedarwood, Coriander, Eucalyptus, Juniper, Lavender, Lemon, Orange, Rose, Rosemary, Thyme, Ylang Ylang

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