Basil (Ocimm Bacilicum)

Description

Basil is a tender, aromatic annual herb with green leaves and pinky-white flowers. Essential oil is steam distilled from the leaves and flowering tops. Basil has a more subtle, cephalic effect and it is useful for nervous disorders. Overall, basil is retroactive, fortifying, and cleansing. Basil essential oil amplifies the soothing, sweet aroma of basil leaves and carries profound benefits as a versatile tool in aromatherapy, topical application, and an in-a-pinch substitute for fresh basil during cooking.

Major Active Compounds

Methyl chavicol (70% - 78%), Linalool (17% - 22%)

Country of Origin

India

Aromatic Profile

Spicy, resinous top notes and sweet smoky, balsamic, and woody under notes.

Attributes 

Fresh, Uplifting, Antiseptic, Antispasmodic, Astringent, Deodorant

Collection Method

Steam Distillation of basil Leaves, herb top flowering

Blends Well With

Bergamot, Clary Sage, Clove Bud, Lime, Eucalyptus, Lemon, Neroli, Rosemary

Main Therapeutic Properties

• Topical and or inhalation

• Used in aromatherapy as a nervine/calmative

• Used in aromatherapy to help relieve headache

• Used in aromatherapy as a carminative/antispasmodic for symptomatic relief of digestive discomfort

• Used aromatherapy to help relieve colds/cough