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Common Name: Basil                                        Family name: Labiatae

Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum

Basil                         Ocimum basilicum

Uses

Make Basil Pesto for pasta. With garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese and Olive oil.

Use  Leaves for savory dishes and in salads

A leaf will relieve insect bites.

Place on kitchen window to deter flies.

Important! Do not use herbs for medicinal purposes without consulting your medical doctor. Herbs have medicinal qualities and can react with other medication.

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