Bay

The bay or laurel tree is a small tree that blooms from March to April, with greenish yellow flowers that have a sweet fragrance. The leaves of the laurel, has for thousands of years been of use in various fields. In antiquity they distributed victory- and knowledge wreaths of laurel, something that to this day is usual in solemn ceremonies.

Dried leaves are used in cooking, and is always included in the bouquet garni . In perfumes essential oils obtained by steam distillation are used. The scent is fresh and herbaceous with a medical component.