Description

Ocimum Sanctum leaves and seeds are used for extraction of /basil oil through stream distillation process. Basil oil has a clear color, thin consistency and a sweet, herbaceous, licorice-like, slightly camphorous.  Linalool, Fenchol, Eugenol, Methyl chavicol, Beta-caryophyllene are the active components present in basil oil. It is derived form the plant of Ocimum sanctum belonging to family Labiatae. Hindus regard it as an earthly manifestation of goddess Vrindavani, who is dear to Lord Vishnu. It has been widely grown throughout the world and commonly cultivated in gardens.