Holy Basil is also commonly known as Tulsi and has been used in Ayurvedic medicine throughout history. In many cultures throughout the world it has been used for its spiritual and medicinal properties.
Name of Oil: Holy Basil
Latin Binomial: Ocimum tenuiflorum
Extraction Method: Steam
Countries of Origin: India
Scent Profile: Warm, strong, spicy
Parts used in distillation: Leaves, flowers, buds
Oil Characteristics: Pale yellow, thin, strong
Cultivation: Non Sprayed
Applications
Used in aromatherapy for the symptomatic relief of:
Muscle spasms, respiratory ailments, fatigue and menstrual complaints.
Used in aromatherapy to help ease emotional symptoms of:
Mental fatigue.
Safety:
Possible skin irritant, use proper dilution guideline.
Books Cited:
The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy, 2nd Edition – Salvatore Battaglia
Essential Oil Safety , 2nd Edition – Robert Tisserand and Rodney Young
Aromatherapy – Jennifer Peace Rhind
The Complete Book of Essential Oils & Aromatherapy – Valerie Wormwood
Aromatherapeutic Blending – Jennifer Peace Rhind
The Fragrant Mind – Valerie Wormwood