2025年3月3日 · Basil is a wonderful herb with aromatic leaves. This compact plant is incredibly versatile, growing outside in the ground, in containers, or on a bright kitchen windowsill. You may start seeds indoors or grow from small pots. Learn the secrets to planting, growing, and harvesting basil.

Basil (/ ˈbæzəl /, BAZ-əl; [1] US also / ˈbeɪzəl /, BAY-zəl; [2] Ocimum basilicum (/ ˈɒsɪməm bəˈzɪlɪkəm /, OS-ih-məm bə-ZIL-ih-kəm) [3][4]), also called great basil, is a culinary herb of the family Lamiaceae (mints). It is a tender plant, and is used in cuisines worldwide.

2018年10月17日 · Basil is a flavorful, leafy green herb that originated in Asia and Africa. It’s a member of the mint family, and many different varieties exist. Popular as a food seasoning, this aromatic...

2023年7月13日 · Basil is an herb in the mint family. It adds flavor to meals, and its nutrients may provide health benefits, such as reducing oxidative stress and supporting cardiovascular health. Sweet basil...

2024年9月25日 · Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is a member of the mint family. It is closely identified with Italian cooking, although it is originally from India. The extremely aromatic leaves also have a delightful variety of flavors, from the slightly lemony mint of sweet basil to cinnamon and licorice.

2025年2月24日 · Basil, annual herb of the mint family, grown for its aromatic leaves. Basil is likely native to India and is widely grown as a kitchen herb. The leaves are used fresh or dried to flavor meats, fish, salads, and sauces; basil tea is a stimulant.

2023年9月20日 · Benefits of basil may include helping prevent chronic diseases, like cancer and heart disease. Basil is also good for your blood pressure and blood sugar.

Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is an herb most often used for flavor in cooking. It grows from 20-40 cm tall and also has a history of use in medicine. Basil contains vitamin C, calcium, magnesium,...

2023年7月3日 · Basil contains many vitamins and minerals, as well as antioxidants such as lutein, zeaxanthin, beta-carotene, and beta-cryptoxanthin. Many of its health benefits come from these antioxidants, as...

2024年9月4日 · Basil health benefits include the ability to fight heart disease, diabetes, bacterial and fungal infections, viruses, inflammation, and more. It can be eaten both raw or cooked and used in a ton of ways.