Author(s):
1. Ayse Gul Sarikaya, Suleyman Demirel University, Turkey

Abstract:
Laurel (Laurus nobilis L.), the symbol of the Mediterranean vegetation, is an evergreen tree or shrub belonging to the family Lauraceae. This plant is grown in the Mediterranean coasts of Turkey, especially in the Aegean, Marmara and Black Sea coasts and in the inner parts of these coasts. The annual production of laurel leaf is 8 thousand ton per year, approximately 80% of which is supplied from Turkey. Leaves are used as a spice in food sector for giving smell and taste to foods such as soup, fish and meat and are drunk as tea and also are used as natural medicines among the public. As a medicinal herb, it is used for rheumatism, skin rashes and ear pain and also in the treatment of eye diseases by containing vitamin A. Antimicrobial structure is also applied in the cleaning and healing of the wounds. Leaves and fruits are rich in essential oils that can be used against stomach and nerve pains. Also obtained oils are used in cosmetics sector by putting on ointments, soaps and shampoos. Laurel leaf has an important place in Turkey in the food sector as a spice, medically in the pharmaceutical sector and in the treatment of diseases, in the cosmetics sector.

Key words:
Laurus nobilis L.,medicinal and aromatic plant,Turkey,spice

Thematic field:
Using of Forest Resources and Hunting

Date of abstract submission:
29.08.2017.

Conference:
Šumarska nauka u funkciji održivog razvoja šumarstva
25 godina šumarstva Republike Srpske