List of basil cultivars
Basil is a culinary herb prominently featured in various cuisines worldwide. There are numerous Basil cultivars that have been cultivated for their unique characteristics. This article provides a comprehensive list of basil cultivars.
List of Basil Cultivars[edit | edit source]
1. Sweet Basil - The most common type of basil, known for its sweet and mild flavor.
2. Genovese Basil - A variety of sweet basil that originates from Italy. It is a key ingredient in traditional Pesto.
3. Thai Basil - A basil cultivar with a strong anise flavor, commonly used in Thai cuisine.
4. Holy Basil - Also known as Tulsi, it is a sacred plant in Hinduism and is used in Ayurvedic medicine.
5. Lemon Basil - A basil cultivar with a strong lemon aroma, used in Indonesian and Lao cuisines.
6. Cinnamon Basil - Known for its spicy, cinnamon-like flavor, it is used in Mexican cuisine.
7. Purple Basil - A basil cultivar with dark purple leaves, it has a stronger flavor than sweet basil.
8. African Blue Basil - A hybrid basil cultivar known for its camphor scent and purple flowers.
9. Greek Basil - A basil cultivar with small leaves and a strong flavor, used in Greek cuisine.
10. Lettuce Leaf Basil - Known for its large, crinkly leaves, it is used in salads and wraps.
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