Tulsi (Holy Basil)

Key Features:

Type: Aromatic perennial plant (grown as annual in cooler climates).

Height: 30 to 60 cm (1–2 ft).

Leaves: Green or purple, oval-shaped with serrated edges, strongly aromatic.

Flowers: Small, purplish or white, growing in spikes.

Growing Conditions: Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade.

Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil Watering: Moderate; prefers moist but not waterlogged soil.

Flowering & Fruiting: Bloom Time: Late spring to early autumn.

Seeds: Produced after flowering; can be collected for propagation.

Uses: Highly valued in Ayurvedic and herbal medicine Used in tea, tonics, and home remedies Known for immunity boosting, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and stress-reducing properties.

Considered sacred in Hinduism; often grown in homes and temples.