Natural basil plant

Natural basil plant

Classification: External

Description: Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is an aromatic, fragrant shrub that reaches a height of about a meter. Its flowers are found in... Cluster flowersThe plant belongs to the Lamiaceae family.

This basil is considered the regular, non-edible basil, as the edible basil differs in color, shape, and thickness of the leaf. The edible basil has a light, not thick leaf that tends to be light green in color, while the regular basil has a dark color. The edible basil leaf is smooth, while the regular basil has a rough leaf that tends to be elongated in shape, while the edible basil tends to be round.

Irrigation: Irrigation should be done twice a day in summer and once every two days in winter. The number of times of irrigation is determined by the moisture level of the soil, as it must remain moist.Fertilize up to three times a year

Features: It is grown for ornamental purposes and for its distinctive fragrant smell. It has other medicinal uses and is characterized by its tolerance to heat, so it is suitable for cultivation in desert and dry areas.