Wild Basil

Description

The leaves of wild basil are used as an aromatic herb in the preparation of food dishes and to make a herbal tea, as a pleasant smelling plant Wild Basil was used during medieval times as a ‘strewing herb’. This means it would be scattered on the floor of homes so when it was walked upon and crushed it would release a nice aroma. They can also be used in the for both a brown and a yellow dye. It has been used traditionally in Bulgaria for the healing of wounds and has been shown to have anti-bacterial properties.