Ocimum basilicum Sweet basil (Labiatae)

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Ocimum basilicum
Sweet basil
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The Ocimum basilicum plant species is found in Tropical Asia? It is a member of the Labiatae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Sweet basil.

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Latin Name:  Ocimum basilicum
Common Name:  Sweet basil
Family:  Labiatae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.45   Mature Width:  0.3

Habitat:  Long cultivated, its original habitat is obscure[132].

Propagation Notes: Seed - sow mid to late spring in a greenhouse and only just cover the seed. Germination is usually free and quick, prick out the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle. If growing basil outdoors, plant out after the last expected frosts.

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