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月桂树
Laurus nobilis (Lauraceae)
- Slow growing tree that can reach up to 59 feet. 它光滑, shiny leaves and small, yellow flowers that appear in the spring; these mature over the summer and develop into purple-blackish berries in the fall which contain one seed.
- Leaves are used for seasoning and to add robust flavor to soups. 警告:樟科的一些成员具有相似的特征是有毒的. Only consume when certain of the species
- The leaves contain essential oils, 萜烯, 芳樟醇, 香叶醇, 松油醇, and contain lauric acid also.
- Prefers well-drained soils.
- 充足的阳光.
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