Laurel

Laurel belongs to the lauraceae family and it is native to Asia Minor. In addition to its use as an aromatic plant, it is well appreciated as an ornamental plant, either bush or tree shaped. it is rich of essential oils (from 3 to 10%), consisting of pinene, phellandrene, geraniol, cineol, eugenol, terpineol, eucalyptol, lauric acid, tannins, ether, acetic, butyric and valeric, mucilages and many others. It is also rich in minerals (calcium, manganese, potassium, magnesium, iron, sodium and zinc), vitamins B1, B2, PP and C. It is used to add flavor to meat, game, fish, potatoes, tomatos and other sauces, pickle. It helps digestion, reduce stomach pains and loss of appetite.