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Basil

Ocimum basilicum - Sweet basil leaves

Common Names
Basil , Sweet Basil
Botanical Name
Ocimum basilicum
Family
Labiatae
Note
Top
Aroma
herbacous

Basil Constituents:camphor, cineole, estragol, (or methyl chavicol),eugenol, linalool, pinene

Basil Oil Description

Basil essential oil is a light greenish-yellow and contains linalol, which is also present in bergamot and lavender oils. Most basil oils that are available are distilled from sweet basil, Ocimum basilicum, which has a strong clove scent from eugenol, the same chemical as actual cloves.

Basil Properties:

Home and Garden* Energizing* Focus* Headache* insect_repellent* Nervous tension* stress* Uplifting*

Basil Common Uses

Energizing *Focus *Headache *Home and Garden *insect_repellent *Nervous tension *stress *Uplifting *

Basil is a very aromatic plant originally native to India and other tropical regions of Asia, where it is an important herb in Hindu practices. Basil has the stimulating properties of the other mints, with a spicy,hot undertone. Aromatherapists use basil to improve appetite and gently combat fatigue. The stimulating aroma of basil can lift melancholy and and refresh the mind. As an added bonus it repels insects, and a few drops of basil essential oil will take the sting out of insect bites.

The sweet or bush basil is Ocimum basilicum is the one most used as a condiment. There are about a hundred and fifty varieties of basil, now found through out the world.

Side Effects: of Basil
Avoid during pregnancy, undiluted use will cause skin irritation
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Basil Essential Oil

Basil Essential Oil (Ocimum basilicum) Origin- USA Method of Cultivation- Organic Common Method Of Extraction: Steam distillation Parts Used: Leaves and flowering tops Note Classification: Top Aroma: Fresh, warm, spicy, herbaceous