No. 041Botanical
Ocimum sanctum
Leaf
Botanical
Tulsi
Holy basil, a plant grown in many Indian homes and traditionally used for the respiratory tract and immunity.
- Botanical name
- Ocimum sanctum
- Also known as
- Holy basil
- Part used
- Leaf
- Evidence
- Clinical evidence Evidence level 4 of 5
- Body systems
- Vitality and immunity
In tradition
Tulsi is used for the respiratory tract, for immunity and to steady the mind.
In research
Eugenol and ursolic acid are among its studied constituents, explored for adaptogenic and immune activity.
Strength of evidence
Clinical evidence Evidence level 4 of 5Tested in randomised trials in people, usually small or short. How we grade evidence.
Where you will find it
Products that contain it
Ingredient pages summarise traditional use and the direction of published research for education. They are not claims about any product and are not medical advice.
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