{"product_id":"vana-tulasi-seeds-wild-holy-basil","title":"Vana Tulasi Seeds – Wild Holy Basil (Ocimum gratissimum)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVana Tulasi Seeds – Wild Holy Basil (\u003cem\u003eOcimum gratissimum\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHeirloom · Organically Grown · Non-GMO\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eGrow one of the most sacred and medicinal herbs in traditional Ayurvedic culture. Vana Tulasi, also known as Wild Holy Basil, is a powerful aromatic herb valued for its calming fragrance, medicinal properties, and pollinator-friendly flowers. Unlike Krishna or Rama Tulsi, Vana Tulasi grows larger and more vigorous, producing tall plants with fragrant green leaves and clusters of delicate flowers that attract bees and beneficial insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt Inherited Seeds – Plant a Piece of History, we offer carefully selected heirloom seeds grown using sustainable practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ocimum gratissimum\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual \/ Perennial in warm climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–5 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright branching herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40–60 days for leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor \u0026amp; Aroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong clove-like aroma\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVana Tulasi thrives in warm weather and produces abundant foliage throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eInternational \u0026amp; Regional Names\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVana Tulasi is known by many names across cultures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVana Tulasi \/ Van Tulsi \/ Forest Tulsi\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWild Holy Basil \/ Sacred Basil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAfrican Basil \/ Clove Basil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRam Tulsi (sometimes confused but different)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncluding multiple names helps gardeners searching for Ayurvedic herbs or sacred plants find this listing easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Grow Vana Tulasi?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSacred herb used in Ayurveda\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStrong medicinal and aromatic properties\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAttracts bees and pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHeat tolerant and easy to grow\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eExcellent herb for teas and herbal remedies\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGreat for garden beds and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVana Tulasi leaves are commonly used for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHerbal tea\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAyurvedic preparations\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eImmune support herbal drinks\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAromatic garden herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany gardeners grow tulsi as a spiritual plant for meditation gardens and home temples.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Grow Vana Tulasi\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade (6+ hours daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained soil rich in organic matter (garden soil + compost\/vermicompost + coco coir or peat moss)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e ¼ inch deep\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–12 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–12 days in warm soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate — avoid waterlogging\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once plants reach 8–10 inches tall. 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