TULSI
Botanical name: Ocimum sanctum (synonymous with Ocimum tenuiflorum)

Also Known As (AKA):  Holy Basil, can also be spelled Tulasi

Therapeutic Benefit - Mind:  Tulsi balances the emotions and dispels fear and sadness.

Therapeutic Benefit - Body:  Tulsi is anti-fungal and antispasmodic. It controls acne and aids colds, fever, headache, and heart disease. Tulsi also benefits the respiratory tract and gastric disorders and is a liver decongestant.

Therapeutic Benefit - Spirit:  Tulsi opens the heart chakra. It is also used for meditation and purification ceremonies.

Application Method:  Dilute 10 drops in 1 oz carrier oil, massage oil, or lotion and apply to skin or bath. Use 4 drops in 2 cups of hot water for a steam.

Action Word:  Harmonizing

Color Energy:  Violet - Uplifting

Fragrance:  Herbaceous, spicy, medicinal

Note:  Top-Middle Note

Color of Oil:  Pale yellow

Major Chemical Constituents:  caryophyllene, elemene, eugenol, linalool

Common Adulterants:  Rarely adulterated

Blends well with:  Bergamot, Clary Sage, Clove, Eucalyptus, Juniper, Lemon, Lime, Neroli, Rosemary

Botany:  A short-lived perennial herb or small shrub, often grown as an annual. Native to India.

History:  Tulsi plays an important role in many Hindu traditions and worship. It has been used for thousands of years in Ayurvedic treatments because of its healing properties.

Warnings:  Avoid during pregnancy. Toxic at high concentrations.