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Bay Rum
Pimenta racemosa
a.k.a. West Indian Bay Tree  

Medium sized tree related to allspice whose leaves contain and aromatic oil.

Description: A fairly short or medium sized tree.

Hardiness: The bay rum is hardy to 26-30F.

Growing Environment: Plant care is roughly similar to allspice. Grow in full sun or light shade, and provide regular watering.

Propagation: By seeds.

Uses: Oil is distilled from the leaves and is used in perfumes. A type of cologne named bay rum was historically made by distilling the oil using rum and water.

Native Range: Native to the West Indies.