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Laurus nobilis L.

bay (Lauraceae)

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Laurus nobilis is a Mediterranean shrub or small tree with tough, aromatic, evergreen leaves that are used in cookery.

Oxford (VC23: Oxfordshire); 2016-01-18

 bay / Laurus nobilis: _Laurus nobilis_ is a Mediterranean shrub or small tree with tough, aromatic, evergreen leaves that are used in cookery.

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