Lauraceae
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Lauraceae, or the laurels, is a plant family that includes the true laurel and its closest relatives. This family comprises about 2850 known species in about 45 genera worldwide. They are dicotyledons
Cassytha filiformis
Leaves of Cinnamomum tamala - (malabathrum or tejpat)
Lindera triloba leaves
Lindera melissifolia: This endangered species is native to the southeastern United States, and its demise is associated with habitat loss from extensive drainage of wetlands for agriculture and forestry.
Avocado
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The avocado, alligator pear or avocado pear is an evergreen tree in the laurel family. It is native to the Americas, with archaeological evidence of early human avocado use dating back thousands of ye
Lauraceae
…is unique in the Lauraceae in that its members are parasitic vines. Many species within the laurel family are highly toxic; however, some, such as the avocado (Persea americana), are edible and widely consumed. Members of the laurel family have played a significant role in the spice trade, particularly genera…
Persea americana fruit 2
Avocado Hass single and halved
Avocado flower
Pollen grains of avocado