Sunday, March 8, 2009

AKA: Basil (Genovese)

Planting: Rich, well-drained soil in sun, hardy annual to 50 degrees, propagate by seed, 12”-30”.

Harvest: The whole plant can be used including the roots.

Medicinal: Basil is mildly sedative, and is good for lowering fevers, improving digestion, bacterial infections and intestinal parasites. Medicinal uses include helping with fevers, nausea, cramps and more.

Culinary: An important and prevalent seasoning herb in a variety of recipes across many cultures. Best know as the main ingredient in Pesto.

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Links: Wiki

Sources:
The Royal Horticultural Society New Encyclopedia of Herbs and Their Uses (RHS)

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