herb
Sweet Basil
Ocimum basilicum
Beloved culinary herb with intensely fragrant leaves used in Italian, Thai, and Mediterranean cooking.
- Light
- Full sun
- Water
- Keep moist
- Difficulty
- Easy
How to identify the Sweet Basil
The Sweet Basil (Ocimum basilicum) belongs to the herb group and can usually be spotted by its distinctive features. If you're unsure, use our free plant identification tool — upload a clear photo and we'll confirm the species, return the full scientific name, and surface anything you might be confusing it with.
For best identification results: photograph in natural light, fill the frame with the leaves or flowers, and capture multiple angles if you're uncertain.
Sweet Basil care guide
- Light: Full sun.
- Water: Keep moist.
- Difficulty: Easy.
- Tags: herb, culinary, annual.
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