Botanical name: Laurus nobilis Laurel sauce, in Greek mythology, was one of Apollo's attributes and later became the symbol of victory and peace in ancient Rome. In the Middle Ages, young qualified doctors were crowned with bay branches, hence the Latin name “bacca laurea.” Today it is popular in Europe, especially in the Mediterranean basin where it is used in many dishes. It promotes digestion and reduces flatulence. It also participates in the treatment of flu-like conditions (cough, bronchitis, obstructed sinuses, etc.)