Sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum)
Sweet basil (Ocimum basilicum) is an aromatic herb with fragrant leaves, widely used in culinary dishes and appreciated for its fresh, slightly sweet flavor.
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Sunlight
Full Sun
Watering
Regular
Soil
Loam, Sandy, Clay
Temperature
Warm
Fertilizer
Light
Care Requirements
Full Sun
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Regular
Maintain consistent moisture, avoid waterlogging.
Loam, Sandy, Clay
Warm
Thrives in temperatures between 20-25°C; sensitive to frost.
Light
Feed sparingly with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Vegetable
Plant Place Type
Garden, Pot
Lifespan
Annual
Plant Height
0.3 - 0.6 m
Spread
0.3 - 0.5 m
Growth Rate
Fast
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Simple
Flower Size
Small
Optimal Sunlight Lux
75000
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderLamiales
- familyLamiaceae
- genusOcimum
- speciesOcimum basilicum
Toxic for humans
No
Rating: 0/5
Toxic for pets
No
Rating: 0/5
Edible
Yes
Non-toxic to humans and common pets.