Lemon basil seeds - African basil (Ocimum x africanum)

Lemon basil or African basil, a herbaceous annual hybrid plant from the genus Ocimum of the Lamiaceae family, reaches a height of about half a meter and has long, shiny, rhombic leaves with a fragrant lemon scent. The lemon basil - African basil flower is considered a wonderful and effective flower in many diverse uses. Whether in skincare and hair care, or in cooking and preparing delicious dishes, it adds a touch of special flavor and health benefits to any product or meal. Try growing African basil seeds today and enjoy all these benefits! Lemon basil specifications: Product type: Lemon basil seeds - African basil (Ocimum x africanum) Product classification: Flower and herb seeds Common name: Lemon basil - African basil Scientific name: Ocimum x africanum Other names: Clove basil - Waber basil Lemon basil - African basil flower: Lilac flowers with a fragrant aroma, blooming from June to August. Seeds: Small-sized seeds, 0.2 cm, black in color. Germination season: Planted in mid-spring, and can also be grown year-round in agricultural protected areas, enclosed or plastic places where temperature can be controlled, and where the plant receives enough sunlight or lighting. Suitable climate and soil for cultivation: Prefers to grow in soil exposed to sunlight for long periods, but also grows well in areas where the sun shines for only six hours. Additionally, the soil pH should be between 6 and 6.5, which is suitable for most vegetables. It also grows in moist, low-salinity soil, irrigated regularly. African basil planting method: Ensure the end of frost waves that may threaten basil seeds, then proceed to plant the seeds directly in the soil at a uniform depth of about 0.6 cm each. After five to seven days, the seeds will sprout. Once the delicate seedlings develop three or four leaves, they should be separated with a distance of approximately 15 to 30 cm by removing excess seeds. To maintain soil moisture and prevent weeds, cover the soil with a layer about 5 to 8 cm thick, made of grass cuttings or straw. It can also be fertilized at least once. Its benefits and uses: Grown for decoration as it is a flowering plant with a fragrant aroma, used as a flavor in Eastern and Western dishes. Original habitat of lemon basil - African basil: Believed to originate from Africa. Features of African basil: Seeds of lemon basil - African basil contain many active plant compounds such as carvacrol, camphor, limonene, citral, myrcene, and myrcenol. These phytochemicals give the plant its distinctive scent and taste, and provide many medicinal properties. African basil seeds are antioxidant and anti-inflammatory, helping to boost immune health and prevent chronic diseases. They are also considered a natural purifier, and their use in skincare products helps clean the skin and fight acne and pimples. Seeds of this flower are easy to cultivate and maintain, requiring well-drained soil and sufficient sunlight. It is preferable to grow them in moderate climates and warm weather.