Holy basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum), also known as Tulsi, is an aromatic plant revered in India, of the Lamiaceae family.
Holy basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum), also known as Tulsi, is an aromatic plant revered in India, of the Lamiaceae family. Its leaves have an intense, slightly spicy, clove-like aroma and are used mainly for teas and in Ayurvedic medicine. The plant is considered adaptogenic and is valued for supporting the body's balance and immunity. It prefers warmth, light and fertile, well-drained soils, and is easy to grow in a pot. Beyond its spiritual and medicinal value, holy basil has fragrant flowers that attract pollinators.
Sowing method: Under cover (cold frame, greenhouse or tunnel)
Transplant age: 30–40 days
Transplanting: Yes
Where it grows: Open ground · Pot min. 3 L · Balcony · Window box
Pinch out the tips so the plant branches and does not run to flower.
Harvest in the morning before the heat — the aromatic oils are strongest then.
| Exposure | Soare |
|---|---|
| Life cycle | Anual |
