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reihan

Ocimum basilicum

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The Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a species in the genus Ocimum. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions. Its range includes Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Burkina Faso, and Burundi.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.

Widely distributed across Africa (9 countries), Asia (7 countries), Europe (16 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (10 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador).

Full Taxonomy

Names in Other Languages

Spanish albahaca
French Basilic
German Basilikum
Portuguese alfavaca
Arabic reihan
Turkish Feslegen

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of reihan?
The scientific name of reihan is Ocimum basilicum. It belongs to the genus Ocimum.
Where does reihan live?
reihan is found in Widely distributed across Africa (9 countries), Asia (7 countries), Europe (16 countries), North America (United States), Oceania and the Pacific (10 countries), and South America (Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador).. Countries include Australia, Belgium, Brazil, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Chad, Colombia, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark.
What family does reihan belong to?
reihan (Ocimum basilicum) belongs to the genus Ocimum, which is part of the taxonomic family Lamiaceae.
What kingdom does reihan belong to?
reihan (Ocimum basilicum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (نباتات).
What are the closest relatives of reihan?
The closest relatives of reihan in the genus Ocimum include African basil, hoary basil, Mosquito Basil, sacred basil, American basil.

Native Range — 46 Countries

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