Tulsi or holy basil (Ocimum sanctum or tenuiflorum) is an aromatic herb known from the Ayurvedic practices of India. It is considered the "elixir of life" and is characterized by a hot, bitter, and sweet taste. It has a warming nature and a peppery aftertaste.

Tulsi is known as an adaptogenic herb. The phytochemicals it contains support the body's defense....