Basil Varieties

Sweet Basil

Sweet basil is a plant in the genus Basil that feeds on tender stems and leaves. It is widely cultivated and is also very common in my country. It has a short plant shape, green leaves and white flowers.

Variegated Basil

The main features of variegated basil are that its stems are dark purple, it blooms purple flowers, and its leaves have purple spots.

Clove Basil

Clove basil can be used to extract eugenol, prepare perfume, floral water, etc., and as a preservative and spice for canned food.

Dwarf Basil

Dwarf basil is relatively short, has small leaves, and blooms white flowers.

Green Basil

Green basil is more suitable for planting in flower pots. It has bright green color and fragrant smell, and is very popular among people. The flowers grow in large clusters and can be used as a garden plant.

Ocimum basilicum

The most obvious feature of densely growing basil is that the plants are densely packed, like a big green ball, which is suitable for viewing. Planting basil in a pot or vase is very ornamental.

Lemon Basil

Lemon basil is an annual plant with white flowers and green leaves that have a lemony scent and can be used as a seasoning.

Holy Basil

Holy basil has white or pink flowers and fuzzy leaves with a spicy flavor.

Purple Basil

The main part of purple basil is dark purple-red in color, and it is used to make wine, which has an aphrodisiac effect.

Purple Basil

Purple basil has pink flowers, dark purple stems and leaves, and a clove-like scent. It can be eaten and its essential oil can also be extracted.

Fennel Basil

Fennel basil has black stems, green leaves, and a fennel scent.

Cinnamon Basil

Cinnamon basil, also known as cinnamon basil, has green, smooth leaves with a cinnamon-like aroma.

Curly Basil

Curly basil is also called lettuce basil. The leaves are large and edible, and the flower heads are used to extract essential oil.

Bush Basil

Bush basil is also called Greek basil. It has a compact plant shape, small, oval leaves, and a strong clove scent.