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jillraggett · 2 years

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Plant of the Day

Thursday 25 August 2022

An aromatic plant originating in the dry scrub in Africa and Asia Ocimum basilicum (sweet basil) thrives in the heat. Seeds are raised in a glasshouse or on a warm windowsill, and the plants moved outside in summer. There are many cultivars with different leaf shapes, colours and flavours.

Jill Raggett

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botaniqueer · 2 years

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This is a basil cultivar called ‘Spice Globe’ that I knew was supposed to be more compact, but I didn’t expect it to the level of “scented pom-pom”. He’s just a smelly green orb!

#plampts #food plants #ocimum #I highly recommend growing scented plants #they are very good to poke at to make Smells #good stims

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oaresearchpaper · 5 months

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#Ocimum #Cluster analysis #Morphology #Anatomy

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omormoment · 1 year

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Thinking about scientific name for basil plant. Headcanon that when Sunny gets annoyed with Basil or just want to mess around with him, he'll call Basil by his scientific name

#it's Ocimum basilicum btw #omori #sheepeal rambles

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katiajewelbox · 9 months

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I wish I could create Instagram posts with “smell o vision”, because this fragrant herb is Cinnamon Basil (Ocimum basilicum).

The Cinnamon Basil is the same species as normal Italian Basil but the scent is more like a rich floral and spicy perfume than mere cinnamon. Among its bouquet of secondary metabolites is methyl cinnamate, the same naturally occurring chemical that gives cinnamon its distinctive flavour. The cinnamon basil originated in Mexico and is used in both sweet and savoury dishes.

I grew this unusual herb from seed here in the UK and it is flourishing in the greenhouse. The plant is reported to repel white fly although this has not been thoroughly researched yet.

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moss-coated-lady · 3 months

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Basil

- Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum

- Plant Type: Herb

- Sun Exposure: Full Sun

- Soil pH: Slightly Acidic to Neutral

- Bloom Time: Summer

- Flower Color: Pink, Purple, White

About Basil:

- Aromatic herb in the mint family (Lamiaceae).

- Warm-weather annual herb planted above 50°F.

- Common types: Sweet basil, Purple basil, Lemon basil, Thai basil.

Growing Conditions:

- Needs 6-8 hours of full sun daily.

- Soil should be moderately fertile, moist, and well-draining (pH 6.0-7.5).

- Suitable for containers or raised beds for better drainage.

- Avoid insecticides and grow away from pollutants for culinary use.

When to Plant Basil:

- Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before transplanting.

- Transplant outside when soil is at least 50°F.

- Nighttime temperatures shouldn't drop below 50°F.

Planting and Spacing:

- Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep or transplant seedlings 10-12 inches apart.

- Mulch with compost or leaves for moisture retention and weed control.

- Basil pairs well with tomatoes in the garden.

How to Grow Basil:

- Keep soil moist, use mulch in hot areas, water during dry periods.

- Prune above the second set of leaves after six leaves have developed.

- Repeat pruning when branches have 6-8 leaves.

- Fertilize sparingly with 5-10-5 fertilizer.

- Pinch off center shoot after 6 weeks to prevent early flowering.

Harvesting:

- Start picking leaves when plants are 6-8 inches tall.

- Harvest in the early morning for the juiciest leaves.

- Regular picking encourages growth throughout the summer.

- Even if not needed immediately, pick leaves to keep the plant thriving.

How to Store Basil:

- Best method: Freeze leaves in airtight bags.

- Alternative: Dry basil in a well-ventilated, shady area or in the oven at low heat with the door slightly open.

#basil #herbs #Ocimum basilicum #herbalism #herbal #plants #plantblr #plant guide #garden #gardening

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kedisizasla · 10 months

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Fesleğen, ocimum basilicum

#ocimum basilicum #fesleğen

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thebotanicalarcade · 2 months

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n325_w1150 by Biodiversity Heritage Library Via Flickr: Flore médicale /. Paris :Imprimerie de C.L.F. Panckoucke,1828-1832.. biodiversitylibrary.org/page/32619621

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eames-with-a-rose · 1 year

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Shes rooting

#ocimum sanctumso #some-x-file

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phototagebuch · 2 years

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12.9.2022: Strauchbasilikum

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botanisiertrommel · 2 years

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Strauch-Basilikum

Quelle: Ari Fink Photography

#bee #biene #urban gardening #insekten #botanik #botanisiertrommel #12.9.2022 #Ocimum basilicum #strauchbasilikum #ari fink photography #pollen

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botaniqueer · 1 year

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Found out that Spicy Globe Basil puts out enough humidity (the transpiration is very noticeable by just putting your hand in it) that it can support this butterwort without a cloche or any other means of cover.

#it’s flowering so I probably don’t have much time with it but this is def a fun cultivar #would sow again #plampts #ocimum #pinguicula #most of my uncovered butterworts have trouble maintaining their mucous layer #sometimes they’re able to but not often #if even caught a few gnats!

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askwhatsforlunch · 2 years

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Growing Tip: Garden Basil

Fresh basil is wonderful enough in the Summer, but Garden Basil is something else! So intensely fragrant, because its only trip is from your terrace to your kitchen! Smaller leaves will pack its delicious, Summer-y flavour and take your Caprese or Sorbetto de Limone e Basilico to new heights!

Following my now favourite method, I started by sowing my Basil (Ocimum basilicum) seeds in good potting soil in egg boxes, dusted with grated coal to prevent damping off, and gave them enough water and plenty of light in the ‘Nursery’. I sowed them in late February this year, but they can be sown directly in the garden in the garden, or at the feet of your tomato plants as they are excellent companions, from April to August. They started sprouting mid-March.

Once the basil seedlings developped proper, tiny leaves, after their distinctly different dicot cotyledon, in late April, I repotted them in a large terracotta pot, fourteen seedlings in total in a mixture of potting soil and garden soil and a handful of compost.

Then, I continued taking care of them in the Nursery for about a week, before taking them out to the Herb Shelf on the terrace. I water it regularly: it should not be soaked but the soil must always be moist, so it might need watering every other day in the Summer.

And it has now grown beautifully green and fragrant. I pick the larger leaves, on different stalks when I want to cook with it, so that the smaller topmost leaves can develop and grow.

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themostlifechangingstuff · 15 days

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The Marvel of Holy Basil: A Game-Changer in Weight Loss, Stress Reduction, and Brain Power Enhancement

In the realm of health and wellness, a groundbreaking discovery has emerged, promising a transformative approach to weight loss, stress reduction, and cognitive enhancement. Scientists have unearthed an extraordinary connection between Holy Basil, revered for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine, and brown adipose tissue (BAT), opening new avenues for holistic well-being. Holy Basil, also known as…

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#Ayurveda #brown adipose tissue #Cognitive Enhancement #Holistic Health #Holy Basil #Metabolic Regulation #Natural Remedies #Neuroprotection #Ocimum sanctum #Stress Reduction #Traditional Medicine #Tulsi #Weight Loss #Well-being

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graciousorganic · 5 months

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Unlocking Nature's Treasures: Centella Asiatica Extract and Ocimum Sanctum Tulsi Extract

In the vast tapestry of herbal remedies, two botanical extracts have garnered attention for their potential health benefits—Centella Asiatica Extract and Ocimum Sanctum Tulsi Extract. These natural wonders, deeply rooted in traditional medicine, offer a myriad of properties that contribute to overall well-being.

#Centella Asiatica Extract #Ocimum Sanctum Tulsi Extract

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kryptic-krab · 8 months

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horticulture class will make u google shit like Basil and Sunflower

#and to find out that basil's scientific name is basilicum....(ocimum basilicum

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