Organic Ocimum Gratissimum (Van Tulsi) Leaves
Organic Ocimum Gratissimum Leaves
| Product Type | C&S / TBC |
| English/ Common Name | Africal Basil, Holy Basil, Great Basil, Basilie, Sweet Basil |
| Botanical Name | Ocimum gratissimum |
| Indian Name | Banjari, Van Tulsi |
| Origin | India |
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General Usage
Traditionally the leaves of O. gratissimum are used as digestive, carminative, aromatic, galactagogue, stomachic and tonic agent. This is taken as an herbal remedy for diarrhea, fever, and respiratory tract infections. The leaves of van tulsi are also nerve tonic and help sharpen memory.
Overview
Ocimum gratissimum, commonly known as van tulsi, is a sacred medicinal plant popular across the Indian subcontinent. It is an aromatic perennial plant in the family Lamiaceae. The leaves of O. gratissimum possesses antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-diabetic, and anti-cancer activities.
Common Names
Spanish: albahaca Africana; albahaca cimarrona; albahaca de limón
French: basilic sauvage; menthe gabonaise
Chinese: wu mao ding xiang luo le
Portuguese: alfavaca-de-caboclo; alfavacão
Brazil: alfavaca brava
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This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This information is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Please be advised: Before making any changes to your diet you should always consult with your doctor, especially if you are pregnant, nursing or have existing conditions.
Precautionary Information / Contraindication: Ocimum gratissimum should not be consumed during pregnancy or nursing. It should be consumed with a doctor’s advice if you are already on any medication. For further clarification, please consult your healthcare practitioner before starting consumption of Ocimum gratissimum.
Storage Condition: Ocimum gratissimum should be kept in an airtight container/ bottle away from direct sunlight in a cool & dry place.
Note: The product is organically grown and processed as per national and international guidelines for Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Good Agriculture and Manufacturing practice (GAMP). The product is 100% vegetarian and vegan.
References:
- https://www.researchgate.net/publication/316452521_Pharmacological_and_physico-chemical_properties_of_Tulsi_Ocimum_gratissimum_L_An_updated_review
- https://d1wqtxts1xzle7.cloudfront.net/52934564/6-3-19-462-with-cover-page-v2.pdf?Expires=1654606486&Signature=F914TRNVMHjeavFZrnq9p68gY84-BMvHkPodSKwV7EvaSRJjChg4qgmcuN5jwq08rKDqfhipeHF8FMTtOEn8mAD7JEicoJbN0aS6O4uGvhbftnQQ9rwipul-kOU74yMBgf2vmKLGKriocmuUaFz1mZ9crE-3Y5ECRiAdk7EWH4rxlqrWShSAzck6SOMLTUrcV52rOW4oGwdi8rUKZF84Y~Df2hZK1mFylDYWhpfHa98pkkK~bWbAYlyb8SuYCeNaqIknkCDByZaU1PDZMbEcV8tbQC9g27Ws~xa1eQFb~~WMU~BeZGHwUVhQn-6FcoL74cP53dQZHVxxhazpV16U6w__&Key-Pair-Id=APKAJLOHF5GGSLRBV4ZA
