Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
waterbergense
ID:
254248

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.D.Will. & K.Balkwill) A.J.Paton

Source:
wcs

Year:
1999

Citation Micro:
Basil : 32 (1999)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000253580



Common Names

  • Waterbergense Basil
  • Waterbergense Tulsi
  • Waterbergense Sacred Basil


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Synonyms

  • Becium waterbergense S.D.Will. & K.Balkwill [unknown]

Description

Ocimum waterbergense (also called Waterberg Basil, among many other common names) is a small, perennial herbaceous plant native to the Limpopo Province of South Africa. It grows in grassland and savanna habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Ocimum waterbergense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as an ingredient in perfumes and cosmetics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Ocimum waterbergense has white flowers with a purple tinge and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ocimum waterbergense is a tropical herb that is best grown in a warm, humid environment. It should be grown in a well-draining potting mix that is kept lightly moist. Propagation is done through division of the root or stem cuttings.

Where to Find Ocimum waterbergense

Ocimum waterbergense can be found in tropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.

Ocimum waterbergense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ocimum waterbergense?

Ocimum waterbergense

What is the common name of Ocimum waterbergense?

Waterberg Basil

What is the natural habitat of Ocimum waterbergense?

Tropical and subtropical regions

Species in the Ocimum genus

Ocimum africanum, Ocimum albostellatum, Ocimum americanum, Ocimum amicorum, Ocimum angustifolium, Ocimum basilicum, Ocimum burchellianum, Ocimum campechianum, Ocimum canescens, Ocimum carnosum, Ocimum centrali-africanum, Ocimum circinatum, Ocimum coddii, Ocimum cufodontii, Ocimum dambicola, Ocimum decumbens, Ocimum dhofarense, Ocimum dolomiticola, Ocimum ellenbeckii, Ocimum ericoides, Ocimum filamentosum, Ocimum fimbriatum, Ocimum fischeri, Ocimum formosum, Ocimum forskaolii, Ocimum fruticosum, Ocimum grandiflorum, Ocimum gratissimum, Ocimum hirsutissimum, Ocimum irvinei, Ocimum jamesii, Ocimum kenyense, Ocimum kilimandscharicum, Ocimum labiatum, Ocimum lamiifolium, Ocimum masaiense, Ocimum mearnsii, Ocimum metallorum, Ocimum minimum, Ocimum minutiflorum, Ocimum mitwabense, Ocimum monocotyloides, Ocimum natalense, Ocimum nudicaule, Ocimum nummularia, Ocimum obovatum, Ocimum ovatum, Ocimum pseudoserratum, Ocimum pyramidatum, Ocimum reclinatum,

Species in the Lamiaceae family

Acanthomintha duttonii, Acanthomintha ilicifolia, Acanthomintha lanceolata, Acanthomintha obovata, Acanthoprasium frutescens, Acanthoprasium integrifolium, Achyrospermum aethiopicum, Achyrospermum africanum, Achyrospermum axillare, Achyrospermum carvalhoi, Achyrospermum ciliatum, Achyrospermum cryptanthum, Achyrospermum dasytrichum, Achyrospermum densiflorum, Achyrospermum erythobotrys, Achyrospermum fruticosum, Achyrospermum laterale, Achyrospermum micranthum, Achyrospermum mildbraedii, Achyrospermum oblongifolium, Achyrospermum parviflorum, Achyrospermum purpureum, Achyrospermum schimperi, Achyrospermum schlechteri, Achyrospermum seychellarum, Achyrospermum tisserantii, Achyrospermum urens, Achyrospermum wallichianum, Achyrospermum scandens, Acinos alpinus, Acrotome angustifolia, Acrotome fleckii, Acrotome hispida, Acrotome inflata, Acrotome mozambiquensis, Acrotome pallescens, Acrotome tenuis, Acrotome thorncroftii, Acrymia ajugiflora, Aegiphila aracaensis, Aegiphila hystricina, Aegiphila aculeifera, Aegiphila alba, Aegiphila anomala, Aegiphila arcta, Aegiphila australis, Aegiphila bogotensis, Aegiphila boliviana, Aegiphila brachiata, Aegiphila bracteolosa,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-137145: Based on the initial data import
Alan James Paton (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.J.Paton' in the authors string.
S.D. Williamson: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.D.Will.' in the authors string.
Kevin Balkwill (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Balkwill' in the authors string.