Common Name : Basil (exotic) (Sweet Basil or French Basil)
Botanical Name : Ocimum basilicum - Labiatae Family
Size : 10 mls
An annual which is sensitive to cold. Dark green soft leaves which are ovate in shape. Flowers are pink white and occur on an erect stem and then form seeds.
Extraction is Steam from the flowers.
Pale yellow to colorless with a clear spicy aroma. A top note for Blending.
A stimulating herb. Avoid during pregnancy.
A refreshing tonic and helps to control acne.
Has an uplifting effect on depression
Good for headaches and sinus congestions, asthma, bronchitis, flu, coughing and emphysema. An expectorant.
Imitates the estrogen hormone so useful for menstrual problems.
Use on insect bites.
Believed to minimize uric acid levels and relieve gout.
Ideal for use in perfumes, soaps dental products and has many food uses including Pesto. Used extensively in Italian cooking.
Blending : Bergamot, Black Pepper, Clary Sage, Geranium, Lavender, Marjoram, Melissa, Neroli and Sandalwood.
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