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Sweet bay

Laurus nobilis

Least Concern

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Asia (Georgia, India, Taiwan), Europe (14 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (4 countries).

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Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Laurus nobilis (Sweet bay)

Names in Other Languages

French laurier

German Lorbeer

Portuguese dafre

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sweet bay?

The scientific name of Sweet bay is Laurus nobilis. It belongs to the genus Laurus.

What is the conservation status of Sweet bay?

Sweet bay (Laurus nobilis) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Sweet bay live?

Sweet bay is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Georgia, India, Taiwan), Europe (14 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia, New Zealand), and South America (4 countries).. Countries include Argentina, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Brazil, Colombia, Croatia, France, Georgia.

What family does Sweet bay belong to?

Sweet bay (Laurus nobilis) belongs to the genus Laurus, which is part of the taxonomic family Lauraceae.

Is Sweet bay endangered?

No, Sweet bay (Laurus nobilis) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Sweet bay belong to?

Sweet bay (Laurus nobilis) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Sweet bay?

The closest relatives of Sweet bay in the genus Laurus include Macaronesian Laurel.