Holy Basil, Tulsi Basil, India Basil Seeds, Ocimum Tenuiflorum
Used in herbal tea and curry.
24" in height
Pepper flavor with hints of mint and licorice.
Holy basil, also known as tulsi or Ocimum tenuiflorum, is an aromatic, perennial herb in the mint family. It's known for its unique spicy, peppery flavor and is a staple in Southeast Asian cooking. The plant is erect, multi-branched, and can grow up to 24 inches tall. Its leaves are typically green or purple, have a slightly toothed margin, and are strongly scented. Holy basil is also significant in Hinduism, where it is considered sacred and often used in religious ceremonies.
| Type | Herb |
| Family | Ocimum basilicum |
| Temperature Soil | 50-65F |
| Temperature Daytime | 70-75F |
| Temperature Evening | 55F |
| Lighting | Full Sun, 6-8 Hours |
| Water | Well Drained |
| Maturity | 10 Weeks after Sowing |
| PH Neutral | Slightly Acidic to Neutral |
| Zones | 5a-10b |
| Plant Placement | 10-12 Inches Apart, 1 1/4" Deep |
