Bay Essential Oil (Laurus nobilis) 10 ml 100% Pure Undiluted Therapeutic Grade.

Botanical Name: Laurus nobilis 

Plant Part: Leaves  

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled  

Origin: Austria  

Description: This is an evergreen tree which can grow up to 20 meters high with dark green, glossy leaves and black berries. 

Color: Pale yellow green to orange brown liquid. 

Consistency: Thin 

Note: Top 

Strength of Aroma: Strong 

Blends well with: Bergamot, Virginian Cedarwood, Eucalyptus, Fennel, Ginger, Orange, Patchouli, Rosemary, Ylang-ylang. 

Aromatic Scent: Bay has a strong, spicy bay leaf scent. 

History: Bay Essential Oil was very popular with the Romans, who thought Bay was a symbol of wisdom, peace and protection. The Latin 'Laudis' means 'to praise, which is why the victors at the Olympic Games were presented with a Laurel (Bay) Wreath. In the past Bay leaves were distilled with rum. The Bay rum so obtained was a famous hair tonic and body rub for colds and muscle pains.