What is Basil Leaves Called in Hindi?

Want to know What is Basil Leaves Called in Hindi? What are the most famous Types of Basil in India? Read ahead to get all the information and more!

Wondered What is Basil Leaves Called in Hindi? Why the herb is so famous and respected in India? Let’s find out all the details!

Here are the different types of Basil you can grow in India

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What is Basil?

Basil is a medicinal, aromatic, culinary herb that belongs to the mint family. Also famous as the ‘Queen of Herbs,’ it is renowned for its therapeutic properties and health benefits. The herb is also an important part of religious rituals and in Unani, Siddha, Ayurveda, and the modern medicine system.

It has a mixed flavor of sweet and spicy, with a refreshing minty undertone. Besides therapeutic uses, it renders a sweet hint to the salad, soups, and Bhog of Hindu rituals.

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What is Basil Leaves Called in Hindi?

Basil Leaves are called “Tulasi” or “Tulsi” in Hindi. Some other names of basil is as follows:

• Malayalam: Trittavu
• Marathi: Tulashi
• Angami: Nhietso

Other Indian Names: Sri Tulasi, Shyama Tulasi, Sacred Basil, Sacred Purple Basil, Patrapuspha, Parnasa, Tulsa, Manjari, Krishna Tulasi, Kemangen, Kala Tulasi, Indian Basil, Brinda, Vrinda, Basilic Saint, Baranda, Bai Gkaprow

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Religious Significance of Basil Plant

People grow Basil in tulasikota, which is an integral part of Indian courtyards. People worship the plant and grow it in the courtyard’s center to ward off any dosha and negative energy from the house.

 Tulasi plant was a woman named Vrinda formerly. According to some Hindu scriptures, Tulasi is the wife of Lord Shaligram, an avatar of Lord Vishnu.

Tulasi vivah is celebrated on Prabodhini Ekadashi, where a ceremonial marriage of Tulasi plant with Shaligram or Vishnu avatar.

Check out our article on growing basil here

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Major Types of Basil in India

1. Vana Tulasi

Vana basil is indigenous to Sri Lanka, Africa, and India, especially the Himalayan belt. It features bright green, hairy leaves with a strong clove-like scent and spicy-sweet flavor.

Regular consumption of this basil improves the immune system, enhances memory, and keeps cholesterol and sugar levels in check.

2. Krishna Tulasi

Alternatively called Shyama or purple leaf basil, its leaves are initially green but eventually turn purple with age. It is a slow-grower plant with a strong peppery and pungent flavor.

The herb is effective in relieving respiratory infections, insomnia, stress, and anxiety.

3. Kapoor Tulasi

Thanks to its distinctive fragrance, this basil plant keeps pesky insects and mosquitoes away naturally. The bright green leaves of this basil are mildly spicy with some hints of sweetness.

4. Rama Tulasi

This basil is native to Brazil, Nepal, China, and India. It has antibacterial properties that alleviate several skin infections, indigestion and boosts immunity.