Ocimum sanctum

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Synonyms: tulsi, Tulasi, Holy Basil, Kemangen.
Kingdom: Plantae

Order: Lamiales

Family: Lamiaceae

Genus: Ocimum

Species: O. tenuiflorum

Botanical name: Ocimum tenuiflorum L.

Medicinal name: Ocimum sanctum

ocimum sanctum

Parts used: whole plants excluding roots.

Habitat: The plant grows all over India

Description:
• Holy Basil is a tropical, much branched, annual herb
• Height 2to 4 feet.
• Hairy stems and simple opposite green leaves.
• Leaves 2-5cm, long, oblong or elliptic oblong, hairy on both surace
• It is cultivated for religious and medicinal purposes