It is also known as common basil, this type of basil is used mostly used in cuisines and also in medicines. Italian cuisines make the maximum use of this basil, and it is also used in Thai and Vietnamese cuisines. Their leaves are as tall as 2-3 inches and appear in bright green colour. It smells like a clove.  In India, it is known by the name of Tulsi.

Basil, an herb is generally known for its medicinal attributes. Leaves, flowers and the Basil Seeds are used in many medicines to treat different diseases. It is also a good source of vitamins and minerals and can be used to prepare foods including soups sweet basil has been used for thousands of years as a culinary and medicinal herb and is also known for its therapeutic benefits.

Benefits of Basil :

Basils come with loads of health benefits and have always been referred by the doctors of the ancient times. Some of the major benefits of basils are:

 1) Basils are a rich source of key nutrients like Vitamin A, Vitamin C, calcium and phosphorus. The presence of Vitamin A helps in strengthening eyesight.

2) Basils also contain antioxidants like beta carotene that help in preventing cell damage.

3) 'Tulsi', or the holy basil, is famous throughout the globe for its healing and other medicinal properties. Its leaves are helpful in sharpening memory and in curing fever and common cold.

4) They also act as an anti stress agent and also help in purifying blood. This, in turn, helps in reducing the risk of heart attacks and also lowers the cholesterol level.

5) The leaves of the basil are also effective in reducing mouth ulcer and other infections of the mouth.