2-Cinnamon Basil

Cinnamon Basil (Ocimum basilicum ‘Cinnamon’)
Cinnamon Basil is an aromatic culinary and ornamental herb known for its distinctive cinnamon-like fragrance and flavor. It is a variety of sweet basil with green leaves, reddish-purple stems, and attractive purple flowers.

Characteristic :Description
Common name :Cinnamon Basil
Botanical name :Ocimum basilicum ‘Cinnamon’
Family: Lamiaceae
Genus :Ocimum
Plant type :Aromatic herb
Life cycle Annual; may persist in frost-free climates
Plant height: 30–100 cm
Plant spread: 30–60 cm
Growth habit :Upright, bushy
Stem color :Reddish-purple to dark brown
Leaf color :Green to olive green
Flower color :Pinkish-purple to mauve
Flowering season: Summer to autumn
Fragrance: Sweet, spicy, cinnamon-like

Uses of Cinnamon Basil

Culinary Uses

• Used for making herbal tea.
• Added to fruit salads and desserts.
• Used in baked goods.
• Added to soups, sauces, and marinades.
• Used as a flavoring ingredient in various dishes.

Ornamental Uses

• Suitable for herb gardens.
• Attractive in flower beds and borders.
• Can be grown in containers and pots.
• Used in fragrant garden arrangements.

Aromatic Uses

• Used in potpourri.
• Its aromatic leaves are used in herbal preparations.
• Essential oil is studied for fragrance and other potential applications.