Bay leaf
The designation bay leaf plural Bay leaves is shared by:
The leaf of the laurel tree,
Laurus nobilis, is a culinary
herb often used to flavor soups, stews, and braises and pates in Mediterranean Cuisine.
The leaf of the California bay tree (
Umbellularia californica), also known as 'California laurel', 'Oregon myrtle', and 'pepperwood', is similar to the Mediterranean bay, but has a stronger flavor.
The leaf of the
Cinnamomum tejpata tree, similar in fragrance and taste to
cinnamon bark, but milder. In appearance, it is similar to the other bay leafs, but is culinarily quite different.
