Laurel ILIOSTASIO Cretan Herbs
Laurel is an evergreen tree with oblong leaves, green, hard with wavy edges and dark fruits like small olives.
In ancient times, they connected the plant to glory and success. With laurel wreaths honored the winners of the games and their heroes. Also, they considered it protects them from evil and were dedicated to Apollon God.
Laurel leaves are used in pharmacy, as composition for the treatment of influenza and bronchial, colds and as antiseptic for external leg ulcers, burns, scars, dandruff and rheumatism. It also assists the functioning of digestion.
Because of its sweet fragrance, Laurel is ideal for cooking, fits perfectly to stew (octopus, rabbit, hare), potatoes in the oven, fish in the oven, beef broth, marinades for hunting and lentil.
