Basil (Sweet) Oil (2005)

Botanical Name:    Ocimum Basilcum
Botanical Family:   Labiaceae
Olfactive Family:  Aromatic
Country of Origin:   Egypt
Source:   Flowering tops
Odour:    Sharp, strong, aniseed
Colour:   Water white to pale lemon
Crop:    August to September
Process:  Steam distillation

General Description:  A well-known annual herb that is grown in the temperate and semi-tropical regions. It has been used as a medicinal plant and flavouring agent for centuries. It is often used to flavour vinegar, mustard and pickled vegetables. The oil has quire a lot of uses in aromatherapy

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