Basil Oil :
Botanical Name: Ocimum basilicum
Plant Part: Leaves
Extraction Method: Steam Distilled
Origin: India
Description: An annual herb, Basil grows 20-50 cm (8-20 in), and when in bloom the purple- white flowers appear in clusters, framed by oval pointed green leaves. Color: Pale yellow to amber color liquid.
Common Uses: Basil Essential Oil can be used to clear the sinuses, promote digestion and stimulate circulation, especially in the respiratory system. It is prized in Ayurvedic medicine for its ability to strengthen compassion, faith and bring clarity.
Consistency: Thin
Note: Top
Strength of Aroma: Strong
Blends well with: Bergamot, Clary Sage, Clove Bud, Lime, Eucalyptus, Juniper, Lemon, Neroli, and Rosemary.
Aromatic Scent: This variety has a sweet vaguely anise-like, mint, smoky odor.
History: In Greek its name means \royal remedy\ or \king. It is a beloved culinary plant of Indian, Asian and Mediterranean countries.
Basil Essential Oil emits a warm, sweet, freshly floral and crisply herbaceous scent that is further characterized as airy, vibrant, uplifting, and reminiscent of the scent of licorice. In aromatherapy, Sweet Basil Essential Oil is reputed to stimulate, clarify, calm, fortify, energize and uplift the mind.
It is originated within India and found in vast lands of centre Uttar Pradesh Area including Kannauj, Kanpur and Badaun Basil oil� contains magnesium, Vitamin A, iron, potassium, and calcium. Basil essential oil can also be used to treat uneasiness, indigestion, motion sickness, respiratory difficulties, constipation, and, to a lesser degree, diabetes.