Ocimum tenuiflorum L. is the scientific name for Holy Basil or Tulsi. It's an aromatic herb with significant cultural and medicinal importance in India and other parts of Asia.

Key Characteristics:

Aromatic leaves:

         The leaves have a strong, distinctive aroma.

Purple or green leaves:

         Can have purple or green leaves.

Small flowers:

         Produces small, white or purple flowers.

Uses:

Religious significance:

         Considered sacred in Hinduism and used in religious rituals.

Medicinal uses:

         Used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including respiratory infections, stress, and digestive disorders.

Culinary uses:

         Used in cooking, particularly in Indian cuisine.

Aromatic oil:

         The leaves are used to extract essential oil, which has various applications in aromatherapy.