Cinnamon Basil (O. basilicum var. thyrsiflora) has purple tinted foliage and pink flowers and a strong cinnamon fragrance. Basil is native to India and Persia and has a history of being a sacred herb. Many legends claim it to have the power of healing. Historically,...
The Clove basil (Ocimum gratissimum sometimes called Ocimum viride, or Ocimum suave) is nicknamed “Tree basil” because it is larger than most basils, often growing to be 3-4 feet tall. Native to Africa, and is grown widely through India and Brazil. Known well for its...
Genovese Basil (Ocimum basilicum) also known as sweet basil is a heavily cultivated herb in the provinces of Imperial, Genoa, and Savona Italy and is the bell of the ball when it comes to basils. Possibly the most favored of all basils in the culinary world and is the...
Purple ruffles basil is a sweet cultivar of the Ocimum basilicum with some of the prettiest dark purple leaves and stems. It serves as a wonderful pesto basil, decorative garnish, or in any other basil application as flavoring soups or salads. It has won several...
Reyhan or Reyhoon (Ocimum basilicum), is an annual basil with strong fragrance and is especially useful as a medicinal plant. The Rayhan/Reyhoon basil is popular all over Southern Asia because of its sweet fragrance and spicy flavor. It is nutritionally dense and help...
