Basil Essential Oil

Basil Oil is used excessively in aromatherapy. This oil has viscosity similar to that of water and its color is generally pale greenish-yellow. The fragrance is generally clear and peppery. This essential oil comes from Cypress, North Africa, Seychelles as well as Europe.

The color of the flower generally ranges from white to pink depending upon the species; they are known to attract a lot of bees in the summer time. This herb is very much famous in India and is believed to be sacred.

Botanical Name - Ocimum basilicum

Country of origin - North India
Plant part used - leaf
Family - Lamiaceae
Method of Extraction - Steam Distillation
Appearance -Brown to clear liquid
Perfumery Note - Top
Solubility - Soluble in Alcohols, Essential Oils and insoluble in water

• Basil essential oil has the potential to treat nausea, indigestion, motion sickness, constipation, diabetes, respiratory problems, etc.
• This oil also serves as good source of Vitamin A, potassium, magnesium, iron as well as calcium.
• The leaves and seeds of this plant are very important parts and are used in various recipes especially in making pasta as well as salads.
• This essential oil is famous in Europe, India, Central Asia as well as Southeast Asia.
• Basil is also used widely in case of diarrhea, mucous discharges as well as skin diseases.
• Basil oil is also used as an analgesic, antispasmodic and an antidepressant.