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Horapha
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Horapha is the Thai name and type for the anise-scented basil used throughout Thai cuisine—functionally the authentic reference behind many “Thai basil” labels. Pair with fish sauce, chilli, and garlic; add to green curry and boat noodles. Purple stems help identification versus lemon or holy basil.
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Traits
AniseAromaticCulinarySpicy SweetThaiThai HorapaTrue Thai Name
History
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Horapha basil was distinguished in Thai herb taxonomy of the kitchen.
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Markets sold horapha as everyday aromatic basil.
Export descriptions equated horapha with Thai basil.
Thai growers continued horapha as the culinary standard.