Latin name: Ocimum sanctum

Indian name: Tulsi

Habitat: It is a herbaceous, much branched annual plant found throughout India . It is considered as sacred by Hindus. The plant is commonly cultivated in garden and also grown near temples.

Useful in: Leaves are useful in cardiopathy, asthma, bronchitis; its juice is useful in all types of cough. The oil is antibacterial and insecticidal. The drug is a good immuno- modulatory agent.

Reference: Pharmacognosy by K.KOKATE Page: 302