Holy Basil – 100 Seeds
(Ocimum sanctum)
R30.00
Holy Basil is a herb that is widely used in Indian and Thai cooking and in Ayurvedic medicine.
Common Names: Holy Basil and Kapoor Tulsi.
Indoor Sowing: Late Winter and Early Spring.
Direct Sowing: Spring and Summer.
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🌿 Herbal Quick Facts
Medicinal Info
- 🌍 Origin / Region: Indian subcontinent, Oceania, Southeast Asia
- 🌿 Medicinal Part: Leaf, Root, Seed, Stem
- 🍵 Herbal Preparation: Chewing, Decoction, Essential Oil, Extract / Tincture, Infusion / Tea, Juice, Ointments/Creams, Paste, Powder, Syrup
- ⚕️ Healing System: Ayurvedic System of Medicine, European Traditional Medicine, Siddha System of Medicine
Culinary Info
- 🍽️ Culinary Use: Baking, Beverages/Teas, Flavoring, Oils / Vinegars, Raw Eating, Salads, Spice Blends, Stir-frying
- 🥗 Edible Part: Flower, Leaf, Seed, Stem
- 😋 Flavor Profile: Clove-like, Peppery, Pungent
Growth Traits
- 🌱 Life Cycle: Annual
- 🦋 Pollinator Method: Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies
- 🪴 Growth Habit: Broad, Upright
- 🌸 Flower Color: Lavender, Pale Pink, White
Growing Requirements
- 🌞 Sun Exposure: Full Sun, Partial Shade
- 💧 Water Needs: Avoid Overwatering, Regular Water
- ☀️ Growing Conditions: Frost Sensitive, Low drought tolerance, Not Cold Tolerant, Warm Temperatures
- 🟤 Soil Preference: Fertile, Light, Loam, Sandy loam, Well-Drained
Holy Basil (Ocimum sanctum) also known as Kapoor Tulsi, is a herb that is widely used in Indian and Thai cooking and in Ayurvedic medicine. It is native to India and Southeast Asia. The plant grows to a height of about 30-60 cm. The green leaves are small and strongly scented. It has a fragrance reminiscent of fruit and cloves. The flowers are pinkish purple.
Growing Holy Basil
Indoor Sowing: Late Winter and Early Spring.
Direct Sowing: Spring and Summer.
- Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost in spring
- Sow Basil Seeds evenly by covering them with 0.5 cm of soil.
- Keep the soil moist.
- The basil seeds should germinate within a week.
Can this plant be used for culinary purposes?
Holy Basil is traditionally used for culinary purposes such as baking and beverages/teas.
Does this plant have medicinal uses?
Traditionally, Holy Basil has a history of use in various healing systems, including Ayurvedic System of Medicine and European Traditional Medicine. Seeds are sold for cultivation purposes only.
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Medicinal Information:
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