Holy Basil
Ocimum tenuiflorum
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Holy basil is an aromatic herbaceous plant with small purple or pink flowers and narrow leaves that are sacred in Hindu tradition. It is widely used in Ayurvedic medicine and cooking, valued for its adaptogenic and antimicrobial properties.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
India and Southeast Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Holy basil is an aromatic herbaceous plant with small purple or pink flowers and narrow leaves that are sacred in Hindu tradition. It is widely used in Ayurvedic medicine and cooking, valued for its adaptogenic and antimicrobial properties.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Holy Basil grows in your area.
Enter your ZIP code and we'll show you how this plant fits your local climate.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
Native Range
India and Southeast Asia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
