Sweet Bay Leaf (Laurus nobilis) is an evergreen shrub or small tree, prized for its aromatic leaves used in cooking and its ornamental value in gardens.
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade
Watering
Moderate
Soil
Well-draining, fertile, slightly acidic to neutral
Temperature
Cool to warm
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor
Fertilizer
Moderate
Full sun to partial shade
Moderate
Allow soil to dry slightly
Well-draining, fertile, slightly acidic to neutral
Cool to warm
Protect from hard frosts
Outdoor, Indoor
Moderate
During growing season
Plant Type
Shrub, Tree
Plant Category
Foliage, Medicinal, Ornamental, Flowering
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
2-18 m
Spread
1.5-10 m
Growth Rate
Slow to moderate
Dormancy
Evergreen (growth slows in winter)
Leaf Color
Dark green
Leaf Type
Simple, evergreen, lanceolate to ovate
Flower Size
0.5-1 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
40000
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes
The leaves of Laurus nobilis are safe for culinary use and are non-toxic to common pets. It should not be confused with other toxic plants sometimes called 'bay'.
