"It probably depends on the size and state of the leaf. (fresh vs. dried, vs crumbled and the humidity in the air)
Anyways...A classified source tells me the weight of a dry medium-sized leaf is about 0.2635 oz"
No way is this true! There are about 12 medium size Bay leaves per gram.
12x28=336per oz
This is only an average and by no means exact.
A bay leaf is a herb derived from a shrub of the family Lauraceae.
Bay leaf in Tamil is called "Brinji ilai" or "Tejpatha ilai."
No but you can use Bay leaf for curry leaf
the leaf
Typically, one whole bay leaf is equivalent to about 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of crushed bay leaf. The exact amount can vary depending on the potency of the bay leaf and personal preference for flavor intensity. It's best to start with a smaller quantity and adjust according to taste.
No. 'Bay leaf' is an English word. Its Italian meaning is foglia di alloro.
The Tamil name for bay leaf is "பிரியாணி இலை" (Piriyani ilai).
basil leaf in malay
Bay leaf in Hindi is called "तेज पत्ता" (Tej patta).
What part of the tree does a bay LEAF come from? I think you answered your own question.
Bay leaf is used for seasoning only. It does not soften after cooking, and is inedible.
Bay leaf