| Common Names |
Bay Rum, West Indian Bay Tree |
| Family |
Myrtaceae (Myrtle Family) |
| Origin |
Caribbean, northern South America |
| Plant Type |
Tropical Evergreen Tree or Shrub |
| Life Cycle |
Perennial |
| Food Forest Layer |
Shrub / Low Tree Layer |
| Mature Size |
6–12 ft tall (can grow taller in ideal conditions) |
| Light |
Full Sun |
| Water Needs |
Moderate; prefers regular watering with good drainage |
| Harvest Season |
Year-Round (leaves can be picked anytime) |
| Time to Harvest |
1 year from planting |
| Self-Fertile |
Yes |
| Growth Rate |
Moderate |
| Zones |
USDA Zones 9–11 |
| Florida Native |
No |
| Propagation |
Cuttings, Seeds |
| Pot Size |
1-Gallon Plantable Biodegradable Coconut Coir Pot |
| Seasonal Characteristics |
Evergreen; frost-sensitive |
