Basil is also known by the names Sweet Basil, Garden Basil, Common Basil, Lui Le, Tulsi, and St. Josephwort. The name originates from the Greek "basilikon phuton," meaning "kingly or royal herb." Basil is an annual plant found wild in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world. The bushy stems grows to 1 to 2 feet high. Basil has an upright stalk, branching on all sides with two leaves at every joint....a little snipped about the edges. It is also grown in gardens mid to late summer. - Basil has a rich and fanciful history. In the first century A.D., Roman naturalist Pliny reported that Basil regulates flatulence, which had been subsequently proven true. In the Far East, the herb had been used as a cough suppresants, and in Africa, it can be used as a cleanser. Colonists considered Basil the essential ingredient in a snuff used to ease headaches. In India, Basil was held in such high esteem that it was used in courts to swear - Effectively expels flatulence, eases abdominal pain and more. - Stir 1/4 of a teaspoon into a glass of water and consume 3 times daily, with meals. - TerraVita is an exclusive line of premium-quality, natural source products that use only the finest, purest and most potent ingredients found around the world. TerraVita is hallmarked by the highest possible standards of purity, potency, stability and freshness. All of our products are prepared with the highest elements of quality control, from raw materials through the entire manufacturing process, up to and including the moment that the bottles or bags are sealed for freshness and shipped out to you. Our highest possible standards are certified by independent laboratories and backed by our personal guarantee. - TerraVita exists to meet and ensure your family's health and wellness without th
