Thai basil seeds

Common name: Thai Basil Scientific name: Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora Thai basil is an herbaceous perennial plant but is usually cultivated as an annual. It has purple stems that reach about 40 cm in height, with shiny, thin, pointed leaves that have a fragrant aroma. Its leaves are characterized by their strong structure and scent, which retains even after cooking. It has an herbal flavor similar to anise and is widely used in Southeast Asia, becoming more common in Western markets. Thai basil flower: Its flowers are purple and some are pink, blooming during spring and summer. Thai basil seeds: Small-sized seeds, about 0.2 cm, black in color. Growing season for Thai basil: It is cultivated in mid-spring, and can also be grown year-round in warm areas and agricultural protected environments. Suitable climate and soil for growing Thai basil: Prefers to grow in sunny soil in warm climates, cultivated in light, well-drained soil. Method of cultivating Thai basil: Ensure the frost wave has ended before planting seeds directly in the soil, at a depth not exceeding 1 cm. Water regularly, and after five to seven days, seedlings will begin to appear, God willing. Benefits and uses: Grown as an annual edible crop, also cultivated for decoration as it is a flowering plant with a pleasant aromatic scent. Native habitat of Thai basil: Southeast Asia.