Saturday, June 12, 2021

Lockdown gardening- Krishna thulasi


Krishna Tulasi (Holy Basil) the queen of all herbs!
It is an aromatic perennial plant.
Family: Lamiaceae, Genus: Ocimum
Species: Ocimum Tenuifloram 
It is widely cultivated in tropics.
Tulsi helps in the healing of human body in nature’s way!
The phytochemicals are oleanolic acid, ursolic acid, rosmarinic acid, eugenol, carvacrol, linalool and caryophellene. ( courtesy Wikipedia)
Tulasi is a sacred plant for Hindus and is traditionally planted in the centre of the front courtyard of their houses. 
Excellent for home remedies to cure fever, sinus, cough, cold, sore throat, indigestion, skin problems, insect bites, warts and even for diabetes, kidney stone and thyroid. It is widely used in Ayurveda, Naturopathy and Siddha vaidya. 
Basically it is a mint with a spicy aroma.
The steam of tulsi leaves are excellent for inhaling.
Tulasi tea, coffee and concoction are so good for digestion and enhances immunity.
Tulasi water and the leaves as it is are good for weight loss, anti aging and for boosting stamina.



 

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