Peppers
Basil and Tulsis
Siam Queen Thai - Basil and Tulsis
Ref : A0179
- Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflorum
Bag of 200 seeds
This highly ornamental variety has large, elongated green leaves with a delicious licorice flavor, much appreciated in Southeast Asian cuisine. The flowers and upper leaves are tinged with purple.
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Varieties of Ocimum basilicum are known everywhere for their aromatic qualities, but they also possess numerous medicinal virtues that we take advantage of every time we use them to make, for example, a famous pesto. As well as being pleasant to the palate, they stimulate the appetite, relieve epilepsy, intestinal spasms, difficult digestion, anxiety, stress, dizziness, nervous insomnia, migraines, rheumatism, colds and coughs. They also relieve bloating and flatulence, and are immunostimulant. Basil leaves are antioxidant and can be used in essential oils, infusions or simply raw.
in bucket
Sow in trays at temperatures between 18 and 20°C, under a well-lit shelter, 6 weeks before planting. Transplant into individual cups when plants have 4 to 5 leaves, or plant directly into warmed soil, spaced 25 to 30 cm apart. Take care not to over-water to avoid the risk of wilting.
March, April, May, June
June, July, August, September, October
in the ground, in pot, in the greenhouse
full sun
medium
potting soil, sandy, gravel, humus
drained, light, reheated
Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflorum
mid-season
200 seeds
Green
fragrance, edible
From 20 to 40 cm
From 10 to 15 cm
elongated
Thailand
Varieties of Ocimum basilicum are known everywhere for their aromatic qualities, but they also possess numerous medicinal virtues that we take advantage of every time we use them to make, for example, a famous pesto. As well as being pleasant to the palate, they stimulate the appetite, relieve epilepsy, intestinal spasms, difficult digestion, anxiety, stress, dizziness, nervous insomnia, migraines, rheumatism, colds and coughs. They also relieve bloating and flatulence, and are immunostimulant. Basil leaves are antioxidant and can be used in essential oils, infusions or simply raw.
