Description Name: Basil Latin name: Ocimum basilicum Origin: Egypt A must for those Basil lovers, also known as sweet basil. Although botanically this is the same as the French Basil, it actually differs tremendously, from composition, to smell. A delicate annual herb that is steamed distilled to extract the oil. Typically has a sweet spicy aroma. This oil blends well with other oils, including lemon, lavender and lime. Is often used in home products, cosmetics and perfumery.
