African Nunum Basil (Ocimum gratisimum) is an important ingredient in African and Asian cuisines. The flavor is said to be an intense basil taste with oregano overtones, and a touch of spice. It is used in everything from salads to soups, is used to flavor vinegar and makes an unusual jelly. While its flavor is amazing, the health benefits are what makes this variety so important. After clinical trials, it was discovered that the African Nunum Basil has antibacterial and antibiotic properties and qualities.
Historically, basil has been used as a medicinal herbal and is believed to help digestion, lower blood pressure, and calm symptoms of lung disease. These are just a few of the many health benefits. Basil is great for aroma therapy from the extraction of its oils.. Symbolically, it has represented both love and hate depending on which culture you ask. The Ancient Greeks and Romans had negative associations with it and they would traditional curse and shout when planting it. Perhaps play loud music If you decide to try that next time you plant basil so you don’t disturb your neighbors.
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