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Ocimum, Holy Basil, Thai Basil 'Sacred Kha Prao'

Ocimumtenuiflorum

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Family
Lamiaceae (lay-mee-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Ocimum (OSS-ih-mum)
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Species
tenuiflorum (ten-yoo-ee-FLOR-um)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Shiny/Glossy
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Lavender
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Blooms repeatedly
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Category
Annuals
Herbs
Water Requirements

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics

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Bloom Size

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Patent Information

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Propagation Methods

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Seed Collecting
Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

San Pedro, California

Alpharetta, Georgia

Houston, Texas

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This plant is considered very holy in the Hindu religion. In India a special structure is built in the yard and the 'tulsi' is planted in...Read More

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