:Common Name

American basil

:Scientific Name

:Introduction

Ocimum americanum L., known as hoary basil, is a naturally aromatic plant valued in traditional medicine. Different plant parts have been explored for their roles in controlling blood pressure and treating infections, malaria, respiratory ailments, and liver and eye conditions. (Source: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2667031323000295)

: Details

Essential oils, seeds, and leaves of O. americanum are utilized in the manufacture of soaps, foods, and cosmetic products (Upadhyay et al., 1991). Phytochemical investigations have identified diverse bioactive constituents, mainly terpenoids, flavonoids, and phenolic compounds, which exhibit notable pharmacological properties such as anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, larvicidal, and anthelmintic activities. (Source: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2667031323000295)