Basil (/ ˈ b æ z əl /, BAZ-əl; [1] US also / ˈ b eɪ z əl /, BAY-zəl; [2] Ocimum basilicum (/ ˈ ɒ s ɪ m əm b ə ˈ z ɪ l ɪ k əm /, OS-ih-məm bə-ZIL-ih-kəm) [3] [4]), also called great basil, is a culinary herb of the family Lamiaceae (mints). It is a tender plant, and is used in cuisines worldwide.

2023年7月13日 · Basil is a flavorful, leafy green herb that originated in Asia and Africa. It’s a member of the mint family, and many different varieties exist. Popular as a food seasoning, this aromatic...

2023年7月13日 · Basil is an herb in the mint family. It adds flavor to meals, and its nutrients may provide health benefits, such as reducing oxidative stress and supporting cardiovascular health. Sweet basil...

2025年1月27日 · Basil is a wonderful herb with aromatic leaves. This compact plant is incredibly versatile, growing outside in the ground, in containers, or on a bright kitchen windowsill. You may start seeds indoors or grow from small pots. Learn the secrets to planting, growing, and harvesting basil.

2024年7月29日 · Fresh basil is fragrant, spicy, and a traditional herb in summer cuisine. And while you may only know one of a few types of basils from what you can get at the grocery store, there are up to 150 basil varieties, most deriving from Ocimum basilicum (sweet basil). It can grow from 10 to 24 inches tall, depending on the variety.

2024年9月4日 · Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a common aromatic herb in the mint family, the same plant family as other nutrient-dense, beneficial herbs and spices, including mint, oregano and rosemary. All basil plants for the most part grow as small plants that produce large green leaves, measuring around two inches in length.

Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is an herb most often used for flavor in cooking. It grows from 20-40 cm tall and also has a history of use in medicine. Basil contains vitamin C, calcium, magnesium,...

2023年9月20日 · Benefits of basil may include helping prevent chronic diseases, like cancer and heart disease. Basil is also good for your blood pressure and blood sugar.

2024年11月15日 · Basil Leaves health benefits includes supporting healthy brain, managing arthritis, managing stress, slowing down aging, supporting bone health, managing epilepsy and aid metabolism. Other benefits includes relieving post menstrual syndrome, providing energy, preventing cancer and supporting eye health. What is Basil?

2022年2月7日 · Basil is an annual herb belonging to the mint family of Lamiaceae and is widely consumed all over the world. But it does more than just add aroma and flavor to food. This herb is also credited with multiple therapeutic properties that have been used in folk medicine and Ayurveda (traditional Indian medicine) for centuries.