An A-Z on herbs.
The term herb is generally used to describe a plant that is herbaceous in nature, that is, it is not a tree or a shrub. However, when a witch or occultist uses the word "herb" we are generally referring to a plant that is useful wi...
Other Notes: Albahaca, St. Joseph's Wort, Sweet Basil
General Information:
Basil is a member of the mint family with a characteristic square, hairy stem, labiate flowers and opposite leaves. It has a rich, spicy aroma reminiscent of the other mints with a hint of clove. Flowers appear as a whorl in summer and are usually white or pale pink or purple.
Varieties:
Sweet Basil Ocimum basilicum White flowers, deep green leaves. Salads, vinegar, pesto
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Spicy Globe Basil Compact, good for small gardens. Use like sweet basil.
Lettuce Leaf Basil White flowers, large crinkly flowers. Sweeter flavor. Good in salads. Grows like crazy
Green Ruffles White flowers, lime green, ruffly, serrated leaves. Much longer than sweet basil. Very ornamental.
Lemon Basil O.b. 'Citriodum' Finer leaves with a distinct lemony odor. Good for potpourri, tea and salad.
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Opal Basil O.b. 'Purpurescens' Very pretty, ornamental with shiny purplish foliage and lavender flowers. Gives color to herbal vinegar and looks lovely in flower arrangements. There are larger and more compact varieties.
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