🌿 Holy Basil Plant

( Holy Basil)

Scientific name: Ocimum tenuiflorum (Syn. Ocimum sanctum)

Description

Holy Basil is a fragrant tropical herb widely used in Thai cuisine and traditional herbal remedies. Known for its aromatic green leaves and distinctive spicy flavor, it is easy to grow and produces fresh leaves year-round in warm climates.

Key Points

• Aromatic leaves with a spicy flavor
• Popular culinary and medicinal herb
• Fast-growing and easy to maintain
• Suitable for pots and home gardens
• Continuous leaf production with regular harvesting

Care

☀️ Full sun (at least 6 hours daily)
💧 Water regularly; keep soil evenly moist
🌱 Well-drained, nutrient-rich soil
✂️ Harvest leaves and pinch flower buds regularly to encourage bushy growth
🌡 Thrives in warm tropical climates

Size

📏 Plant height: 15 – 20 cm (excluding pot)

Perfect for:

🌿 Herb gardens • 🪴 Container planting • 🏡 Kitchen gardens • 🍽️ Fresh culinary herbs • 🌱 Organic gardening

Important Note

📌 Regular harvesting encourages new leaf growth and improves plant productivity.
📌 Leaf size, aroma, and flavor may vary depending on growing conditions and season.

📸 Images are for illustrative purposes only. Actual plant appearance, size, and color may vary depending on season and growth conditions.