Dried Red Holy Basil 100g. Ocimum tenuiflorum L

Dried Red Holy Basil 100g (Ocimum tenuiflorum L.)

Red Holy Basil, also known as Tulsi, is a sacred aromatic herb widely used in traditional Ayurvedic and Southeast Asian herbal systems. It is valued for its warming, pungent properties and broad support for respiratory comfort, digestive balance, and general vitality. The dried leaves are commonly prepared as herbal tea or used in topical applications.

Key Features

• Traditionally used to support respiratory health and clear nasal congestion
• Valued for its antioxidant-rich and warming properties
• Commonly used to support digestive comfort and reduce bloating
• Traditionally used in herbal systems for stress relief and mental balance
• Known for supporting postpartum nourishment in traditional practices
• Frequently used as a household remedy in herbal teas and poultices

Traditional Uses

• Traditionally used to support relief from bloating, gas, and indigestion
• Commonly used to help reduce intestinal spasms and digestive discomfort
• Traditionally used to support relief from cough, cold, and respiratory congestion
• Used in traditional systems to support nausea and vomiting relief
• Traditionally used to support emotional calmness and stress reduction
• Commonly used externally for skin irritation, insect bites, and rashes

Traditional Preparation Methods

Herbal Tea (Infusion/Decoction):
Use 1–2 teaspoons of dried leaves. Boil in water for 5–10 minutes, strain, and drink as a traditional herbal infusion for digestive and respiratory support.

Juice Application (Traditional Use):
Fresh leaves may be crushed to extract juice, diluted with water, and used in some traditional practices for mild internal digestive discomfort.

Topical Poultice:
Crushed fresh leaves are applied externally to insect bites, rashes, or irritated skin to support soothing and cooling effects.

Botanical Information

Scientific Name: Ocimum tenuiflorum L.
Common Names: Red Holy Basil, Tulsi, Sacred Basil
Plant Family: Lamiaceae
Part Used: Dried Leaves