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Botanical Name: Ocimum sanctum
Plant Part Used: Leaves
Processing Method: Drying, Grinding
Holy basil, also referred to as "Tulsi" or "Queen of Herbs," originates from South East Asia. It is traditionally used in various cuisines and herbal remedies, particularly in India where it's also part of religious practices. Scientific studies suggest that the plant contains various vitamins, such as A and C, as well as minerals like calcium, zinc, and iron. Additionally, researchers have identified several active components in Tulsi, including Oleanolic acid, Ursolic acid, Rosmarinic acid, Eugenol, Carvacrol, Linalool, and β-caryophyllene. Within the framework of Ayurveda, Tulsi is used in an array of treatments due to its attributed therapeutic properties. However, the efficacy and safety of such uses should always be validated by scientific studies.
Main Producing Countries |
India and Thailand
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Product Use |
Holy Basil, also known as tulsi, is a perennial plant native to Southeast Asia and is widely cultivated in India, Thailand, and other countries in the region. It can also be found in other tropical and subtropical regions such as Africa, the Caribbean, and South America. Traditionally, holy basil has been grown in home gardens and temple compounds due to its medicinal and spiritual significance. However, as demand for this herb has increased, commercial production has also become more common.
Holy basil can be grown from seeds or from cuttings, with the latter being the preferred method due to its faster growth rate. The plant requires warm temperatures, well-drained soil, and plenty of sunlight. It is typically harvested when the plant is about 2-3 feet tall, with the leaves being the most prized part of the plant.
In terms of sourcing, holy basil is primarily cultivated in India and Thailand, with India being the largest producer. There is also a growing market for organically-grown holy basil due to the increasing demand for natural and sustainable products.
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Serving Size: 100g
| Amount/serving | % Daily Value* | |
| Total Fat 4.0g | 6.15% | |
|---|---|---|
| Saturated Fat 0.2g | 0.00% | |
| Trans Fat 0g | % | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0.00% | |
| Sodium 34mg | 1.42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 61.0g | 20.33% | |
| Dietary Fiber 40.5g | 144.58% | |
| Total Sugars 1.7g | % | |
| Includes 0g Added Sugars | 0.00% | |
| Protein 14.4g | 28.00% | |
| Vitamin D 0mcg | 0.00% | |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium 2113mg | 162.54% | |
| Iron 42mg | 233.33% | |
| Potassium 3433mg | 73.04% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:
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| Items | Specification | Test Methods |
|---|---|---|
| Physical Analysis | ||
| Description | Powder | Organoleptic |
| Color | Brown | Organoleptic |
| Odor | Characteristic | Organoleptic |
| Taste | Characteristic | Organoleptic |
| Mesh size | 99% Passes through #60 mesh | USP<786> |
| Loss on drying | NMT 10.0% w/w | USP<731> |
| Identification | Complies By TLC | TLC |
| pH 5% Solution | 4 - 6 | USP<791> |
| Tapped Bulk Density | 0.50 g/ml - 0.80 g/ml | USP<616> |
| Untapped bulk density | 0.30 g/ml - 0.60 g/ml | USP<616> |
| Total Heavy Metals | NMT 10 ppm | USP<231> |
| Lead | NMT 0.5 ppm | USP<232> |
| Arsenic | NMT 1 ppm | USP<232> |
| Mercury | NMT 0.5 ppm | USP<232> |
| Cadmium | NMT 0.5 ppm | USP<232> |
| Microbiology Test | ||
| Total Plate Count | NMT 100,000 cfu/g | USP<61> |
| Yeast & Mold | NMT 100 cfu/g | USP<61> |
| E. Coli | Absent | USP<62> |
| Salmonella | Absent | USP<62> |
| Coliforms | Absent | USP < 62 > |
| Staphylococcus aureus | Absent | USP < 62 > |
Tulsi, Ram-tulsi, Krishna-tulsi
SynonymsOcimum basilicum, Ocimum sanctum, Ocimum album L., Ocimum caryophyllatum, Ocimum pilosum
Biological SourceOcimum sanctum
Lamiaceae
Parts UsedLeaves
Major componentsMethyl eugenol (82.9%) among twenty-six compounds, comprising 98.9% of the total oil [Fig.4] [1].
Other constituentsSome phenolic compounds (antioxidants) such as cirsilineol, circimaritin, isothymusin, apigenin and rosmeric acid [Fig.4] [2].
Health categoriesHelps in respiratory diseases.
Description
Greyish-black in colour having characteristic odour with slightly pungent and aromatic taste. It contains not less than 0.40 per cent w/w of eugenol, calculated on the dried basis [Fig.2] [3].
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