Aromatic HerbsAnfänger
Basil
Ocimum basilicum
Wissenschaftlicher Name
Ocimum basilicum
Familie
Lamiaceae
Herkunft
India and Southeast Asia
Typ
Annual (perennial in tropics)
50-75 days
Kulinarische Verwendung
Geschmack: Sweet, peppery, slightly anise-like
- Fresh in salads and caprese
- Pesto sauce
- Pizza and pasta
- Thai and Vietnamese cuisine
- Infused oils and vinegars
Pflanzkalender
Drinnen säen
MarchApril
Draußen säen
MayJune
Ernte
JuneJulyAugustSeptember
Gesundheitsvorteile
- Natural anti-inflammatory
- Contains antibacterial compounds
- Rich in antioxidants
- May reduce stress (adaptogen)
- Supports digestive health