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sacred basil

Ocimum tenuiflorum

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles, Zambia), Asia (Maldives, Singapore, Timor-Leste), North America (Barbados), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Colombia).

🇦🇺 Australia 🇧🇧 Barbados 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇲🇻 Maldives 🇸🇨 Seychelles 🇸🇬 Singapore 🇹🇱 Timor-Leste 🇿🇲 Zambia

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Plants)

Phylum

Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants)

Class

Magnoliopsida (Dicots)

Species

Ocimum tenuiflorum (sacred basil)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish albahaca morada

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of sacred basil?

The scientific name of sacred basil is Ocimum tenuiflorum. It belongs to the genus Ocimum.

Where does sacred basil live?

sacred basil is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Seychelles, Zambia), Asia (Maldives, Singapore, Timor-Leste), North America (Barbados), Oceania and the Pacific (Australia), and South America (Colombia).. Countries include Australia, Barbados, Colombia, Maldives, Seychelles, Singapore, Timor-Leste, Zambia.

What family does sacred basil belong to?

sacred basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) belongs to the genus Ocimum, which is part of the taxonomic family Lamiaceae.

What kingdom does sacred basil belong to?

sacred basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of sacred basil?

The closest relatives of sacred basil in the genus Ocimum include African basil, American basil, Basil, hoary basil, Mosquito Basil.