The Holy Basil plant has been growing in India for thousands of years. For local farmers, it's more than just an herb, it's a sacred part of their culture. https://usat.ly/2L4NE6y | USA TODAY

Holy basil, also known as Tulsi, is a sacred plant in Hinduism and is widely used in Ayurvedic medicine. It is believed to have numerous health benefits. #herbalmedicine #plantmedicine #holybasil #tulsi #herbalism #learnaboutherbs | Mystic Moonlight Herbal Creations

Saving Holy Basil / Tulsi seeds (Ocimum tenuiflorum) Here’s the story: ⬇️ 🌿 ~ Tulsi, also know as Holy Basil or Sacred Basil, is a perennial plant in tropical climates and is grown as an annual in our garden. Used for thousands of years in India and SE Asia as a tea or tincture to treat a range health conditions, this beautiful plant is considered sacred in Hinduism, earning the name Holy Basil. Tulsi is a wonderful companion plant and hums with pollinators when blooming. 🌎Origin: In 2004, wel