Holy Basil (Ocimum Tenuiflorum) is a perennial herb in the Lamiaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.
Ocimum tenuiflorum is an aromatic perennial plant revered in Hindu culture and widely used in traditional medicine.
Holy Basil
Ocimum Tenuiflorum
Ocimum tenuiflorum is an aromatic perennial plant revered in Hindu culture and widely used in traditional medicine.
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Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.
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