Ocimum masaiense - Uses, Benefits & Care
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ayob. ex A.J.Paton
Source:
wcs
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 47: 431 (1992)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253402
Common Names
- Ocimum Masaiense
- Masai Basil
- African Basil
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ocimum masaiense (also called Masai Basil, among many other common names) is an aromatic herbaceous plant native to East Africa. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in open, sunny areas and is often found in disturbed areas such as roadsides and cultivated fields.
Uses & Benefits
Ocimum masaiense is used as an ornamental plant, for its fragrant leaves and flowers, and as a medicinal plant for its anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antiviral properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Ocimum masaiense is a white or pale purple color and has a tubular shape. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ocimum masaiense is a tropical plant that prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept moist until germination occurs. Division should be done in the spring or summer when the plant is actively growing.
Where to Find Ocimum masaiense
Ocimum masaiense is native to tropical Africa.
Ocimum masaiense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ocimum masaiense?
Ocimum masaiense
What are the common names of Ocimum masaiense?
African basil, African wild basil, Masai basil
What is the natural habitat of Ocimum masaiense?
Ocimum masaiense is native to tropical Africa
Species in the Ocimum genus
Ocimum africanum, Ocimum albostellatum, Ocimum americanum, Ocimum amicorum, Ocimum angustifolium, Ocimum basilicum, Ocimum burchellianum, Ocimum campechianum, Ocimum canescens, Ocimum carnosum, Ocimum centrali-africanum, Ocimum circinatum, Ocimum coddii, Ocimum cufodontii, Ocimum dambicola, Ocimum decumbens, Ocimum dhofarense, Ocimum dolomiticola, Ocimum ellenbeckii, Ocimum ericoides, Ocimum filamentosum, Ocimum fimbriatum, Ocimum fischeri, Ocimum formosum, Ocimum forskaolii, Ocimum fruticosum, Ocimum grandiflorum, Ocimum gratissimum, Ocimum hirsutissimum, Ocimum irvinei, Ocimum jamesii, Ocimum kenyense, Ocimum kilimandscharicum, Ocimum labiatum, Ocimum lamiifolium, Ocimum masaiense, Ocimum mearnsii, Ocimum metallorum, Ocimum minimum, Ocimum minutiflorum, Ocimum mitwabense, Ocimum monocotyloides, Ocimum natalense, Ocimum nudicaule, Ocimum nummularia, Ocimum obovatum, Ocimum ovatum, Ocimum pseudoserratum, Ocimum pyramidatum, Ocimum reclinatum,
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-136980: Based on the initial data import
Alan James Paton (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Paton' in the authors string.
François-Xavier Ayobangira: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ayob.' in the authors string.