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Holy Basil (Ocimum tenuiflorum)
Botanical

Holy Basil

Ocimum tenuiflorum

กะเพรา / Kaphrao(Thai)

Also known as: Holy basil, Tulsi, Tulasi, Sacred basil, Ocimum sanctum

Holy Basil is an aromatic leafy botanical with deep roots in South and Southeast Asian food and herbal traditions.

  • Traditional wellness herb
  • Leaf
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About this ingredient

Holy Basil, also known as Tulsi in Indian tradition and Kaphrao in Thailand, comes from Ocimum tenuiflorum. It is an aromatic leaf ingredient used in culinary, tea and herbal contexts. The plant is recognised for its distinctive fragrance and its role in both everyday food culture and traditional wellness practices.

The leaves are usually harvested, dried and milled or prepared for capsules, teas and botanical blends. For Eluneya, Holy Basil is a strong ingredient because it can connect local identity, leaf quality, drying method, processing facility and batch-level transparency in a clear product story.

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Benefits

Holy Basil is traditionally associated with calming daily rituals, aromatic herbal teas and heritage botanical use. It is commonly chosen by consumers looking for a familiar, plant-based ingredient with strong cultural identity.

For regulated markets, public text should avoid strong claims around stress, anxiety, cortisol, immunity, inflammation or blood sugar unless approved. Safer positioning focuses on traditional use, aromatic character, leaf origin and transparent sourcing.

  • Stress Balance
  • Calm & Relaxation
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Origin & Traditional Use

Native Region

Thailand

Traditional Use

Traditional wellness herb

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From Plant to Ingredient

  • Holy Basil — Natural Form

    Natural Form

    The ingredient as it appears in its natural botanical form.

  • Holy Basil — Harvested Part

    Harvested Part

    The plant part or raw material commonly used for botanical products.

  • Holy Basil — Prepared Ingredient

    Prepared Ingredient

    The dried, cut, milled, powdered or otherwise prepared ingredient form.

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Used in Eluneya Products

Ingredient availability may change as we expand our formulations and partnerships.