Basil, Sweet  Ocimum Basilicum

Basil has a sweet liquorice-like fragrance and is perhaps most widely used in the treatment of chest and sinus infections (bronchitis, colds, flu). 

Spicy and herbaceous, basil provides an emotional lift  and mental inspiration. It invigorates body and spirit, helping to refresh the mind and allow concentration, especially when tired. A good nerve tonic after a stressful day. 

Try diffusing to dispel after-lunch lethargy. Basil is thought to be native to Asia and Africa but many culinary forms are now grown  throughout the world.


Invigorates body and spirit: helps refresh the mind allowing concentration, especially when tired. A good nerve tonic after a stressful day. It has a sweet liquorice-like fragrance.

 ~ FAMILY, LABIATAE
Origin: India, France, United States, Reunion, Madagascar, Seychelles

Source: leaves

Production Method: steam distilled 
from the leaves of the herb

Aromatherapy Class: soothing, energizing, toning

Aroma Type: anise

Skin Type: n/a

Perfume Note: top

Traditional Uses: deodorant, soothing agent, insect repellent, muscle relaxant, bronchitis, fatigue, colds, loss of concentration, migraine, gout, aches and pains

Other Uses: food industry, pharmaceutics

Blends: bergamot, black pepper, clary sage, geranium, hyssop, lavender, marjoram, neroli

Main Constituents: linalol, methyl chavicol, eugenol, limonene, citronella

Caution: Use recommended dilution or less. Do not use Basil during pregnancy. Can be a skin irritant.
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