Thai basil (ocimum basilicum Var thyrsiflora) is a variety of basil with a spicy and anise flavor. Its leaves are oval / pointed with purple inflorescences.
This plant is widely used in Thai cuisine. It tastes a bit spicy. It is used in many dishes and desserts. Especially with tomatoes, eggplants, chicken, fish, salads, shellfish, fruit salads. Thai basil is eaten raw, because it loses a lot of flavor during cooking.
This annual plant, supports most soils and will have a preference for a partial shade exposure. It can be planted outdoors when frosts are no longer to be feared.
Family: lamiaceae
Type: annual
Exposure: sun, partial shade
Soil type: fresh and rich soil
Harvest as and when needed.
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Thai basil
(ocimum basilicum Var thyrsiflora)