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West African Basil
Scientific Name: Ocimum gratissimum
Also Known As
- Ocimum viride gratissimum
- Clove Basil
- Fever Plant
- Indian Basil
- Tree Basil
Plant type
shrub, perennial, herb
size
- H: 2'-5'
- W: 2'-5'
planting zones
- 10a-12
West African Basil plant details
West African Basil is a broadleaf deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial herb or shrub with green foliage. In summer green flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF West African Basil
- Plant type: perennial herb or shrub
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous, evergreen or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 5 FT - tall
- Flowers: green blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, culinary, edible, fragrant foliage, medicinal, rare
GROWING CONDITIONS for West African Basil
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
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By: Forest & Kim Starr
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How to Grow West African Basil
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- green
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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aka Ocimum sanctum, Sacred Basil
Plant Type
Perennial, Herb, Annual / Biennial
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 10"-18"
- sun - mostly sun
- even moisture - regular
Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum 'Marseillais'
aka Ocimum 'Marseilles'
Plant Type
Perennial, Herb, Annual / Biennial
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 10"-12"
Width: 8"-12"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum 'Purple Ruffles'
aka Ocimum 'Purple Ruffles'
Plant Type
Perennial, Herb, Annual / Biennial
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 16"-24"
Width: 12"-15"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
Scientific Name: Ocimum x africanum 'Siam Queen'
aka Ocimum 'Thai Siam Queen', Ocimum x citriodorum 'Siam Queen', Lemon Basil, Ornamental Basil, Thai Basil, Thai Siam Queen Basil
Plant Type
Perennial, Herb, Annual / Biennial
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 12"-24"
Width: 12"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular
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Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 18"-36"
Width: 12"-36"
- sun - dappled shade
- regular
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