Tulsi

Catalogue Type

Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Catalogue

Scientific Name

Ocimum sanctum

Family

Lamiaceae

Distinguishing Characters

Soothing smell from the leaves.

Purplish flowers are also distinct.

Photo of Medicinal & Aromatic Plant

Description

parts used: Leaves and seeds

Medicinal use: cough, cold, bronchitis and expectorand