Common names:
African Blue Basil
Basil

Also sold as:
  • Ocimum kilimandscharicum X basilicum purpureum

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Cactus/Succulent
Life cycle:Perennial
Sun Requirements:Full Sun to Partial Shade
Full Shade
Minimum cold hardiness:Zone 9b -3.9 °C (25 °F) to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 10a
Leaves:Needled
Broadleaf
Flowers:Fragrant
Flower Color:Yellow
Multi-Color
Flower Size:2"-3"
Flower Time:Summer
Late fall or early winter
Winter
Inflorescence Type:Umbel
Uses:Suitable for forage
Edible Parts:Leaves
Roots
Eating Methods:Tea
Raw
Wildlife Attractant:Other Beneficial Insects
Resistances:Gophers/Voles
Rabbit Resistant
Propagation: Seeds:Scarify seeds
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Propagation: Other methods:Cuttings: Root
Division
Containers:Prefers to be under-potted
Conservation status:Near Threatened (NT)

Photo courtesy of Annie's Annuals and Perennials

Comments:
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