Ocimum basilicum
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What Ocimum basilicum is
Ocimum basilicum is a species in the Ocimum genus, commonly called Ocimum basilicum var. basilicum, a herb, and with a herbaceous growth habit. Its native range is Mediterranean region. Reference care guidance for Ocimum basilicum suggests full sun light, medium watering, warm temperatures, and moderate humidity; collector consensus will refine this as more public specimens are added. Explore other Ocimum species or jump straight to a specific cultivar below.
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Frequently asked about Ocimum basilicum
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What is Ocimum basilicum?
Ocimum basilicum is a species in the Ocimum genus. Commonly known as Ocimum basilicum var. basilicum, a herb, and with a herbaceous growth habit. Native to Mediterranean region.
How do you care for Ocimum basilicum?
Reference care guidance for Ocimum basilicum: full sun light, medium watering, warm temperatures, and moderate humidity. Collectors on collecto.rs will refine this as more public specimens are added.
How rare is Ocimum basilicum?
Ocimum basilicum is rare on collecto.rs — fewer than five public collectors currently track it. Add yours to be one of the first.
What else is Ocimum basilicum called?
Ocimum basilicum is also known as Ocimum basilicum var. basilicum, Ocimum scabrum, Ocimum majus, Ocimum ciliatum, and Ocimum ciliare.
Where can I see real photos of Ocimum basilicum?
Browse public Ocimum basilicum collections on collecto.rs to see photos uploaded by the people growing it. Each item links to the collector's profile, with notes, acquisition date, and growth photos.
Can I track my own Ocimum basilicum on collecto.rs?
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