Food Forests for Schools

Food Forests for Schools

BAY LAUREL 

Laurus nobilis (Lauraceae)

  • Slow growing tree that can reach up to 59 feet. It smooth, shiny leaves and small, yellow flowers that appear in the spring; these mature over the summer and develop into purple-blackish berries in the fall which contain one seed.
  • Leaves are used for seasoning and to add robust flavor to soups. CAUTION: some members of the Lauraceae family with similar characteristics are poisonous. Only consume when certain of the species
  • The leaves contain essential oils, terpenes, linalool, geraniol, terpineol, and contain lauric acid also.
  • Prefers well-drained soils.
  • Full sun.

 

For more information, please call:
305-558-4544, ext. 118
or Email Food Forest for Schools Program Manager