Mazhar Botanic Garden

Laurus azorica (Seub.) Franco

Macaronesia laurel

Family: Lauraceae
Genus: Laurus
Species: azorica
Sample code: EGY-MBG-001145
Common name: Macaronesia laurel
English name: Azores laurel
Native: Azores Islands
Country: Canary Islands
(PGR): Rare

Small dioecious tree growing 15 m high, 60-90 cm in diameter leaves large, shiny dark green, ovoid 7-14 cm long, 4-8 cm broad flowers creamy white fragrant fruit drupe black about 1-2 cm long

May aid in the treatment of respiratory symptoms. Antimicrobial, antifungal and antiviral activity.

Laurus magnoliifolia Cav - Persea azorica Seub

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Texture: Adaptable
Fertility: Intermediate
Drainage: Moderately well drained
Topography: Coastal area
Salinity: Low
Water Sources: Moderate Water
Climates: Mediterranean Subtropics
Lights: Full sun
Propagation: Seeds
Flowering time: Spring
Zone: 9 : 11
pH range: 6.0-7.0

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