Latin Name : Ocimum Sanctum
Hindi Name : Tulsi
Parts Used : Whole Plant
Tulsi is grown widely throughout India. It is considered a sacred plant and is found in most households. The plant is erect, with red or purple branches. Leaves are simple, opposite, elliptical – oblong, pubescent on both sides and hairy. Flowers are purplish in close whorls. Fruits are nutlets and are smooth.
In English tulsi is also known as sacred or holy basil.
Properties:
The plant is bitter, aromatic, anti septic, anti bacterial, digestive, expectorant, reduces fever, expels worms, and prevents infectious diseases.
Uses:
Tulsi is widely used to cure respiratory tract infections – cough, cold, bronchitis, asthma. It also is a remedy for fever, stomach diseases in children, vomiting, ringworm and skin diseases. |
