Ocimum gratissimum

clove basil, African basil

Perennial, tall basil with a scent of cloves and cinnamon. Use in small amounts in desserts and dishes, including in tea. The flowers are also edible. medicinal.

clove basil, African basil

Ocimum gratissimum

Perennial, tall basil with a scent of cloves and cinnamon. Use in small amounts in desserts and dishes, including in tea. The flowers are also edible. medicinal.

flowering : 6-10 violet
height : 150-200 cm
where to plant : full sun ⋄ sunny ⋄

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where to plant Ocimum gratissimum

  • height: 150-200 cm
  • flowering: June - October
  • color: violet
  • leaf color: green
  • scent: fragrant leaf / aromatic
  • habit: ascending
  • growth: medium
  • level: moderate
  • light: full sun sunny
  • moisture: average moist
  • soil texture: light normal
  • organic matter: high
  • winter zone: 10 [susceptible to frost]
  • density: 1 - 2

Ocimum gratissimum in the garden

  • Suggested planting locations and garden types: pot
  • use: kitchen medicinal

botanical information about Ocimum gratissimum

  • Botanical name: Ocimum gratissimum
  • Genus: Ocimum
  • Family: Lamiaceae
  • Other names: Boombasilicum - clove basil - African basil
  • origin: Asia