Basil

Catalogue Type

Medicinal and Aromatic Plants Catalogue

Scientific Name

Ocimum basilicum

Family

Lamiaceae

Distinguishing Characters

They have shiny, oval leaves,stems are tough and square in profile, produce spikes of white flowers.

Photo of Medicinal & Aromatic Plant

Description

parts used: Stem, leaves

Medicinal uses: Fix stomach spasms, loss of appetite, intestinal gas, kidney condition, head cold, warts. Also has aromatic uses.