Bay leaf was popularly known as the tamalpattra (dark leaf in Sanskrit). It is often known as tejpatta in contemporary Hindi language. Bay grows wild in the West Indies and Venezuela Under myrtle family. It is also grown in Europe under the laurel family. Bay is used in food, lotion, massage oil, compress etc. it has got a fresh, spicy and sweet aroma.
Bay oil was very popular with the Romans, who thought that the herb was symbolic of wisdom, peace and protection.
Bay oil is a stimulant, expectorant, antiseptic, antibiotic, antispasmodic, astringent, Emmenagogue, febrifuge, insecticide, sedative, stomachic, sudorific, tonic analgesic, carminative, and anti neuralgic. It also mixes well with
Lavender oil, Eucalyptus oil, Lemon oil, Rosemary oil,Petitgrain oil, Geranium oil, Citronella oil, Cinnamon oil and
Ylang Ylang oil. However, if it is used in excess, then it can cause cramping.
Uses Of Bay Oil
Good general tonic.
Strong pulmonary antiseptic, good for colds, influenza, bronchitis, sinusitis and
Pneumonia. Uplifts people who tend to be depressive or lack stamina.
Good for the hair.
