lauraceous
Lauraceous refers to plants belonging to the family Lauraceae. This is a diverse family of flowering plants that includes trees, shrubs, and vines, most of which are evergreen. The family is found in tropical and subtropical regions worldwide, with a notable concentration in Southeast Asia and South America. Lauraceae is characterized by aromatic leaves that are often simple and alternate, and by its flowers, which typically have six perianth segments and numerous stamens. Many species within the family are economically important.
Notable examples of Lauraceae include cinnamon, derived from the bark of Cinnamomum species, and bay laurel,