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Laurel

Laurus nobilis

Part of the plant used

Part of the plant used

Leaves

Major cosmetic aplications

Major cosmetic aplications

Antimicrobial. Purifying. Antiseptic. Wound healing. Epithelizing. Antioxidant.

Inception growing area

Inception growing area

Mediterranean Sea

Traditional uses

Traditional uses

Astringent. Carminative. Diaphoretic. Digestive. Diuretic. Emetic.

Curiosities

Curiosities

Spice and culinary flavoring used in the food industry.