Scientific name: Ocimum basilicum
Common name: Sweet Basil, Selasih (Malay)
Family: Lamiaceae (mint family)
Origin: Africa, Asia
Category: Perennial shrub and culinary herb
Photo taken at: My home garden
The genus "Ocimum" is derived from the Greek word "okimom" meaning fragrant/aromatic.
The common name is derived from the Greek work "basileus" meaning "king".
The common name is derived from the Greek work "basileus" meaning "king".
With this, Ocimum basilicum would mean "Royal Herb"or "King of Herbs"
How to grow :
Grow in full to partial sun. Propagation by seeds or cuttings. Pinch back to keep the plant bushy and compact. Let the flowers dry up before collecting the seeds.
Features :
It can grow to about 1m tall. The leaves which are edible are used in cooking; in stir fries, soups and in flavouring food.
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Yay! You like flowers too.