Basil - Thai
Ocimum basilicum var HoraphaThai Basil Leaves and flower at Kilauea Pt NWR Kauai Hawaii By Forest and Kim Starr [CC BY 2.0] (Photo Credits)
A type of sweet basil native to Southeast Asia that has been cultivated to provide distinctive traits. Its flavor is more stable under high or extended cooking temperatures than that of sweet basil. Thai basil exhibits small, narrow leaves and purple stems, with a mauve flower.
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Specifications of Basil - Thai
Preferred Climate Tropical, SubtropicalLearn About Climate Zones
Grown From SeedlingLearn About Propagation Methods
Max Height (when in the ground with good conditions) 0-1m
Plants required to Pollinate 1 (Self Pollinating)Learn about Pollination
Can it Handle Frosts? Sometimes
Amount of leaves in Winter? All Leaves (Evergreen)
Quarantine Restrictions to these Areas WA
Suitability in Pots Yes
Water Requirements Moderate Watering
Fruiting/Harvest Months January, February, March, April, September, October, November, December
