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Tulsi
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Tulsi is the Sanskrit/Hindi name for holy basil, encompassing Rama, Krishna, and Vana types used in Ayurveda, daily worship, and herbal teas more than Italian pesto. Brew as tea; use sparingly in savoury fusion. Peppery-clove aroma differs wholly from Genovese. Indian groceries may sell fresh or dried tulsi.
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ChoppedDriedFreshGarnishInfusedPestoTorn
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CloveHerbalIndian Sacred NameRama Krishna TypesSacredTeaWellness
History
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Tulsi worship and medicinal use were established in India.
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Colonial botany recorded tulsi as Ocimum sanctum/tenuiflorum.
Global herbal tea markets commercialised tulsi blends.
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GI and quality efforts supported Indian tulsi products.