Why the Laurel Tree was Sacred to Apollo

1. Daphne cried to her father, Peneus, for help from Apollo.

2. Daphne turned into a laurel tree.

3. Apollo swore to always cherish the laurel tree.

4. Apollo spotted Daphne, a nymph in the woods and fell instantly in love.

5. Daphne ran away from Apollo and Apollo chased after her.