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True Cinnamon, Bay Leaf, Tamala Patram - Plant

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Description

The sweet bay leaf tree is a 40 to 50 feet tall tree native to the Mediterranean region. It was once made into a wreath to crown the winners of ancient Greek games. The tree is considered to be one of the oldest cultivated tree species.

Bay leaf also known as sweet laurel leaf is a dried leafor ever green shrub that belongs the family of Lauraceae and whose botanicalname is Laurus nobilis.Bay leaf is indigenous to Asia and re, ects the shape of elliptical and the size of bay leaves vary from 2.

5 to s cm in length & 1.5 to 2.5 in breadth. In india, bay leaves are popularly known as Tej patta in Hindi and mainly used as culinary herb. it works as a, avouring agent especially in biryani,soups, meat, stews and sauces.

Plant Specifications

Plant Height 24 inch (61 cm)
Plant Spread 6 inch (15 cm)
*above specification are indicative only. actual dimensions may vary by +-10%
Common Name Tej patta
Maximum Reachable Height 2 to 3 feet
Bloom Time Spring to Summer
Difficulty Level Easy to grow

Planting and care

  • Feed a good organic fertilizer to your tree twice a year, once in the spring and once in the summer.Make sure the fertilizer you choose is good for both indoor and outdoor plants.
  • Pruning is the most important thing for your bay leaf tree for maintaining its shape and size. You need to keep its height, width, and shape pruned. Remember, it wants to become a 30-60 foot tree!
  • You need to prune twice a year, once in the early spring and once in the late summer. In the spring, besides regular pruning, you need to look at the base of the tree for additional shoots/stems. If you see any, you will need to prune them off and leave just the original trunk.
  • Make sure to water your plant regularly, especially in the summer. While bay trees do not want to be soggy, they will become stressed if they do not receive enough water.
  • Check your bay leaf tree regularly for rusting, mottling, mold, leaf spots, and pests.
  • True Cinnamon care

    Spring or Fall planting is recommended, especially in hot areas. Spring shipments should arrive after the ground has thawed and danger of hard frost has passed. Fall shipments should arrive several weeks before freezing weather, although you can plant later if you will mulch the plants.
    Preparing for your new daylilies.Work your ground in advance, incorporating organic material such as compost or well-rotted manure if possible.Spacing-Daylily plants come in a wide range of sizes, but here are some general guidelines to follow:Small Flower & Miniatures: 16 to 24 Large Flowers: 18 to 30 For a closed bed or border: 12 to 18

    Sunlight Full sun to part shade
    Watering Medium
    Soil well-drained soil
    Temperature -35 degrees C
    Fertilizer Apply any organic fertilizer
    Harvest Season You can start to harvest bay once the plant is a couple of years old. The leaves should be dried before use, as fresh bay is bitter. The best wait time is around 48 to 72 hours from the time you pick a leaf.
    I know you get long-dried bay leaves at the store, but the freshly dried leaves have better, deeper flavor.

    True Cinnamon special feature

    Bay leaf is a favorite in cooking. It is commonly used whole in stews, sauces and soups.

    True Cinnamon uses

    Ornamental Use:

    • The plant is also used for ornamental purpose

    Medicinal Use:

    • Unverified information Root and leaves-used in intermittent fevers, biliousness, jaundice; also in rheumatic affections; bruised in salt water, used in skin diseases
    • A decoction of the root bark is given to women to control fits at the time of delivery

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    How to propagate bay leaf plant?

    Bay leaf is propagated by seed and cuttings.Take terminal cuttings of 12-15 cm long having 3-4 nodes and these cuttings are planted in mist chamber. The cuttings will start rooting after 6-7 week after planting.

    How to identify bay leaf plant?

    Bay leaf plant is an evergreen shrub and height up to 10 to 15 meter. The shape of leaf is elliptical and tapering to a point at the base and tip of the leaves. The aroma of the crushed leaves is delicate & fragrant and taste is aromatic and bitter.

    Why is my bay leaf plant dying?

    The main reasons of bay leaf plant dying are as follows
    1. Due to over watering or less watering to plant.
    2. Plant does not get proper sunlight.
    3. Lack of nutrient.
    4. Disease and pest infestation.

    What is a bay leaf tree?

    Bay leaf is spice crop and plant is an evergreen shrub attaining a height up to 10 to 15 meter.

    When to harvest bay leaf plant?

    To get more number of leaves harvest during June-July month.

    Are bay leaf trees fast growing?

    Bay leaf tree is moderately fast growing it grows up to 8-10 meter in 5 years.

    Do bay leaf trees need full sun?

    Yes, bay leaf trees need more than 6 hours of direct bright light.

    How to grow bay leaf plant in a pot?

    To plant Bay leaf plant in pot consider the following points
    1. To grow plant in pot, choose a pot having of 7-10 inch upper diameter and drainage holes.
    2. Fill the 1/3 pot with well drained soil rich in organic content and place the plant in the center of the pot.
    3. Fill the remaining pot with same soil.
    4. Keep the plant in indirect bright light location for 2-3 days and then gradually move to a location that receives more than 6 hours of direct sunlight.
    5. Once the plant is overgrown in current pot, plant it in field.

    Note - For further details check the product description on nurserylive.com

    When to plant bay leaf tree?

    June-July is best time to plant Bay leaf tree.

    Are bay leaf trees evergreen?

    Yes, Bay leaf tree is evergreen.

    Are bay leaf trees cold hardy?

    No, Bay leaf tree get affected by frost and chilling temperature. The optimum temperature range is 25-30 degree Celsius.

    Where do bay leaf plants grow?

    You can plant a Bay leaf plant preferably outdoors at a spot receiving below growing conditions for the plant -
    1. Direct bright sunlight for more than 6 hours a day preferably in morning.
    2. Soil should be nutrient rich and well drained.
    3. Apply Water when soil (1-2 inch) feels dry to touch.

    Note - For further details check the product description on nurserylive.com

    Do bay leaf trees have invasive roots?

    No, There is no any evidence found regarding invasive roots.

    How to plant bay leaf tree?

    To plant Bay leaf tree consider the following points
    1. To grow plant in pot, choose a pot having of 7-10 inch upper diameter and drainage holes.
    2. Fill the 1/3 pot with well drained soil rich in organic content and place the plant in the center of the pot.
    3. Fill the remaining pot with same soil.
    4. Keep the plant in indirect bright light location for 2-3 days and then gradually move to a location that receives more than 6 hours of direct sunlight.
    5. Once the plant is overgrown in current pot, plant it in field. If you are planting purchased plant directly in ground follow below procedure.
    1. Keep the plant in indirect bright light for 3-4 days and gradually move to a location receiving direct sunlight for more than 6 hours a day.
    2. Dig a pit twice the size of the bag/pot the current plant is in.
    3. Fill the 1/3 of pit with soil rich in organic content, place the plant in center and fill the pit with same soil.
    4. Apply water. General caring tips- Plant should get more than 6 hours of sunlight a day. Water the plant when surface soil (1-2 inch) feels dry to touch. Apply any organic fertilizer during the main growing season (July-August).

    Do bay leaf trees have berries?

    Yes,Bay leaf trees have Shiny black berry like.

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