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Ocimum, Thai Lemon Basil 'Maenglak'

Ocimumcitriodorum

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Ocimum citriodorum by ocimum_nate
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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
citriodorum (sit-ree-oh-DOR-um)
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Sun Exposure
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Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 11: above 4.5 °C (40 °F)
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Bloom Color
White/Near White
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Category
Herbs
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Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
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Propagation Methods
From herbaceous stem cuttings
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
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