Ocimum x africanum ‘Siam Queen’ ( syn Ocimum x citriodorum ‘Siam Queen’ )
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Ocimum x africanum ‘Siam Queen’, Siam Queen Basil
Family: Lamiaceae
Genus: Ocimum
Large clusters of small purple tubular flowers surrounded by mulberry bracts. Dark purple/brown stem, olive/purple, oval pointed, hairy and slightly serrated leaves that have a very pungent scent and flavour. Culinary; used in Eastern cooking.
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Characteristics:
Siam Queen Basil can be seen at the herb farm in Jekka’s Herbetum and is available to buy as herb plants.
Details
Growing
• Indoor Sowing: In late spring, into prepared plug trays or pots, cover with perlite. Bottom heat, 18°C, aids germination. Only water seedlings before midday.
• Outdoor Sowing: In early summer, into a rich well-drained soil, in a sheltered, sunny position. Thin to 20cm apart.
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