Tulsi/Holy Basil Plant

Buy Tulsi/Holy Basil Plant/Ocimum tenuiflorum

Buy Tulsi (Holy Basil) Plant online from HerbalPlantsLive and grow a healthy, nursery-grown live herbal plant in your home or garden. Botanically known as Ocimum tenuiflorum (also known as Ocimum sanctum), Tulsi is one of the most cherished aromatic herbs in India, valued for its fragrant leaves, attractive green foliage, and cultural significance.

Our Tulsi Plant is carefully nurtured to develop a strong root system before dispatch. Every plant is healthy, well-rooted, and securely packed to help ensure it reaches you in excellent condition.

The Tulsi (Holy Basil) Plant grows well in home gardens, kitchen gardens, herbal gardens, balconies, terraces, and containers. It thrives in warm climates with plenty of sunlight and is easy to grow, making it an excellent choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners.

Whether you’re creating a herbal garden, adding an aromatic herb to your kitchen garden, or growing a traditional sacred plant at home, you can buy Tulsi Plant online with confidence from HerbalPlantsLive.

Botanical Information

Binomial Name – Ocimum tenuiflorum L.

Scientific classification

• ✅ Kingdom – Plantae
• ✅ Family     – Lamiaceae
• ✅ Genus     – Ocimum
• ✅ Species   – O. tenuiflorum

Common Name

• ✅ Holy Basil
• ✅ Sacred Basil
• ✅ Tulsi

Regional & Traditional Names in India

• ✅ Tamil: Tulsi (துளசி)
• ✅ Sanskrit: Tulasi
• ✅ Hindi: Tulsi
• ✅ Malayalam: Tulasi
• ✅ Telugu: Tulasi
• ✅ Kannada: Tulasi
• ✅ Marathi: Tulsi
• ✅ Gujarati: Tulsi
• ✅ Bengali: Tulsi

Features

• ✅ Healthy, nursery-grown live herbal plant.
• ✅ Botanical Name: Ocimum tenuiflorum (synonym: Ocimum sanctum).
• ✅ Commonly known as Tulsi, Holy Basil, or Sacred Basil.
• ✅ An aromatic evergreen herb with fragrant green or purple-green leaves and small flowering spikes.
• Suitable for home gardens, kitchen gardens, herbal gardens, balconies, terraces, and container gardening.
• ✅ Easy to grow and maintain in warm climates.
• ✅ Well-rooted plants carefully packed for safe delivery across India.

Growing Requirements

• ✅ Sunlight: Grows best in full sun and requires at least 4–6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
• ✅ Watering: Water regularly to keep the soil lightly moist. Avoid overwatering and ensure proper drainage.
• ✅ Soil: Prefers fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter.
• ✅ Climate: Thrives in warm tropical and subtropical climates.
• ✅ Growth Habit: A compact, bushy herb that grows well in garden beds, grow bags, pots, and containers.

Traditional Uses

People have cultivated Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum) for centuries in Ayurveda and other traditional Indian systems. They also grow Tulsi in homes, temples, and gardens because of its deep cultural, spiritual, and traditional significance. Many households cultivate the plant as part of their daily traditions and ornamental herbal gardens.

Culinary Uses

People commonly use fresh Tulsi leaves to prepare herbal teas, infuse beverages, and add a distinctive aroma to selected recipes. They also use the leaves in herbal drinks, soups, chutneys, and spice blends. Home gardeners often grow Tulsi for its fragrant foliage and its versatility in the kitchen.

Disclaimer:

Please consult a qualified healthcare professional before consuming any medicinal plant or herbal product, especially if you have a medical condition or are taking medications.