What is ocimum?

is a genus of plants that contains about 150 types of herbs and shrubs. It is part of the family of Lamiaceae plants and plants are commonly referred to as basil. Most species come from the tropical regions of Asia and Africa. Almost all plants in this family are aromatic and some are used for cooking, including ocimum basilicum . This species is commonly grown in vegetable gardens. Different species in the ocech have variations on the common name. For example, ocimum minimum is commonly called Bush Basil and ocimum basilicum is known as a sweet basil.

This genus is located around the world. Some species are grown in Hawaii, including o. Gratissimum and other species are found in India, such as o. Tenuiflorum . o. Americanum is present in many countries including Ethiopia, Cameroon and China. The leaves of the plant spread 20 inches (50 cm) in height and width. Most plants in this family showed green leaves that are aromatic. o. Minimum It has a fragrance that resembles a clove and one diversity o. Basilicum smells like cinnamon. These plants also produce small, white or pink flowers during the summer.

In order for these plants to grow well, it is recommended to plant them into a well -drain, fertile soil. Generally prefer clay or sandy soil. As far as pH is concerned, both acidic and alkaline conditions can tolerate the plants. The area in which the plant is located should be exposed to direct sunlight throughout the day. The place that is protected from the wind is also ideal.

Most basil plants are vulnerable to insects of damage, especially from aphids and leaves. Aphids are small rounded insects that feed on the leaves of the plant. They also leave sticky residues that attract mold spores. Leafhoppers are light yellow and generally jump around the plant. They feed on leaves and usually cause yellow spots.

another problemBasil is mold with powder, which is fungal diseases. On the leaves and shoots, it appears as a dusty white or gray coating. This disease obscures the growth of new shoots and disrupts the leaves. Usually fungal spores are hibernated to fallen leaves and plant fragments, which will lead to new infections of the following season.