The designation bay leaf plural Bay leaves is shared by:
- The leaf of the laurel tree[?], Laurus nobilis[?], is a culinary herb often used to flavor soups, stews, and braises and pates in Mediterranean Cuisine.
- The leaf of the California bay tree (Umbellularia californica[?]), also known as 'California laurel', 'Oregon myrtle', and 'pepperwood', is similar to the Mediterranean bay, but has a stronger flavor.
- The leaf of the Cinnamomum tejpata tree, similar in fragrance and taste to cinnamon bark, but milder. It appears similar to the other bay leafs, but is culinarily quite different.