Basil

Basil belongs to the labiatae family and is a native to tropical Asia. Its leaves are oval; its color changes from deep green to dark green with a reddish hue depending on the different varieties. Its flowers are white or pink. It contain tannins, saponins and glucose. Its essential oil is composed of eugenol, estragole, basil, camphor, linalool, ocimene, cineol, sesquiterpenes and other substances. It is the most widely used herbs in Italian cooking. It is used for the preparation of the classic tomato and basil pasta and to flavor sauces, cold dishes and salads. It is the basic ingredient for the preparation of the world-famous” pesto”. It is an excellent natural remedy with its stimulant, tonic and digestive properties. It relieves migraines, nervous insomnia, neurosis and other disorders of the nervous system. It is helpful for the food allergies and stomach cramps. Basil leaf 30 mesh, 1 mm basil leaf, basil powder are also available.