The twigs of scented leaves themselves are not edible. Incense leaves are the leaves of the bay tree and are cooked in food primarily to add flavor to the food.
Scented leaf a popular condiment that is often used as a marinade or dip for food. It has a distinctive flavor and is usually used as a whole or ground into a powder. It can be used not only for flavoring, but also for garnishing dishes in a variety of ways. It can enhance the flavor, remove the fishy taste and stimulate the appetite.
Scented leaf is also a kind of Chinese medicine, has a very good health effects. It can make warming the middle to move qi to stop pain and dispel cold, stomach, especially suitable for people with indigestion.
Scented leaves also have a certain pain-relieving effect, because they have a slight paralyzing effect, which can move qi and relieve pain. In addition, incense leaves also have insecticidal effect, scabies, hernia and other diseases have a certain efficacy.