(Rama Tulsi*, Tulasi, Holy Basil) Perennial bush basil from India–the main type grown there. Purple stemmed with green leaves. Highly aromatic plant, testing high in both eugenol and rosmarinic acid.
Traditional usage (Ayurveda): stress, anxiety, heart disease, arthritis, diabetes, and dementia.
Drinking tulsi tea in the morning is a fantastic way to get started.
Plant prefers warm, rich soil in sunny garden. Space 2 feet apart.