Flora Friday - Cherry Laurel

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Hello all!! Our Flora Friday return is Cherry Laurel!



Cherry Laurel (Prunus Laurocerasus)is part of the Cherry (Prunus) genus and the Rosaceae family. Other names include:

- Common Laurel
- Common Cherry Laurel
- English Laurel
- Лавровишна (Bulgarian)


The is also has an American relative called Prunus Caroliniana, which is also called Cherry Laurel. Cherry Laurel is also related to Bay Laurel, which it often gets mistaken for.





Where To Find

Cherry Laurel is native to the reasons that border along the Black Sea particularly, Southwest Asia, Southeast Europe, Albania, Bulgaria, Turkey, the Caucasus Mountains and North Iran. Cherry Laurel can found in woodland areas and is also commonly planted in parks and gardens.




Edible Parts

The Fruit produced by this plant is edible but should only be eaten if fully ripe! The Seeds can also be eaten but not if they are bitter. You can also distill water from the leaves but do not consume in large quantities!


With Cherry Laurel, all of the plant contains Hydrogen Cyanide. It is easily detected by its distinctive Bitter taste so so NOT eat any fruits and seeds from this plant that taste bitter. If a small amount is accidentally consumed, no serious effects should occur but if a large amount is consumed, seek immediate medical attention!




Medicinal Uses

If used and prepared correctly, Cherry Laurel can be used for:

- Coughs/Whooping Cough
- Asthma
- Indigestion
- Eye infections

It can also be used as a:

- Antispasmodic
- Sedative
- Narcotic


Please refer to the section above and do not use unless professionally prescribed!





Magical Uses

I could not find any specific uses for Cherry Laurel but I could find uses for other Laurel species.





Victorian Flower Language

I couldn't find anything specifically for Cherry Laurel but Laurel in general means, success, victory and glory.







This blog is for educational purposes only, consult local experts if you're unsure. Consult your doctor before trying home remedies!


I hope you've enjoyed this post! 


Remember that there is no post tomorrow!


Blessings,

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