Lemon Basil

Lemon Basil is a fragrant citrus-scented basil, botanically a hybrid form of Ocimum, widely grown across Southeast Asia and increasingly popular in Western herb gardens. It carries a bright lemony aroma and flavor layered over the classic basil character, thanks to a high citral content in its essential oils. Lemon Basil is used fresh in salads, seafood dishes, teas, and Southeast Asian cooking, and it makes an aromatic addition to dressings and desserts. It is an open-pollinated variety with narrow, light green leaves and a tendency to flower readily, so frequent pinching prolongs harvest. Its distinctive citrus fragrance sets it apart from sweet Italian basils and makes it a refreshing culinary and aromatic herb.