Holy Basil Herb (Kapoor) (Local-UGArden) - 1 oz.

WHOLE LEAF • Locally grown by UGArden in Athens, GA using organic methods!  

COMMON NAME
Standardized: holy basil
Other: sacred basil, tulsi

BOTANICAL NAME
Ocimum tenuiflorum
Plant Family: Lamiaceae

OVERVIEW
Holy Basil has been revered throughout India for thousands of years. Ayurvedic texts describe Holy Basil as a pillar of holistic herbal medicine and a goddess incarnated in plant form (the mother medicine of nature). Many traditional Hindus worship an alter bearing a Holy Basil plant that is placed in the courtyard of their home or in another prominent location. Today Holy Basil remains one of the most cherished of India's sacred plants. The leaves smell of peppermint, cloves, licorice and/or lemon. There are three types of Tulsi sold by Mountain Rose Herbs: Krishna, Rama, and Vana. All varieties belong to the mint family and are cousins of sweet basil.

PARTS USED

Leaf

TYPICAL PREPARATIONS
Holy Basil is traditionally taken as an herbal tea or mixed with ghee.

SUMMARY
Holy Basil, or Tulsi, is an important symbol in the Hindu religion and it is a significant herb in ayurvedic medicine.

PRECAUTIONS
Not for use in pregnancy except under the supervision of a qualified healthcare practitioner.
We recommend that you consult with a qualified healthcare practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing, or on any medications.

This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. For educational purposes only.