{"product_id":"kapoor-tulsi-holy-basil-oc101c","title":"Organic Holy Basil Seeds, Kapoor Tulsi, Ocimum Africanum OC101C","description":"Kapoor Tulsi has a sweet, clove-like fragrance with hints of spice and mint.\u003cbr\u003e It is ideal for tea, with a mild, slightly peppery, and refreshing taste.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e It has a compact growth habit with highly fragrant leaves compared to other tulsi varieties. It has white to purple flowers that are highly attractive to pollinators\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e It is highly medicinal with multiple health benefits that I urge you to research. These are due to the naturally occurring essential oils, eugenol, camphor, and methyl eugenol\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e How to make the tea:\u003cbr\u003e 5–6 fresh Kapoor Tulsi leaves (or 1–2 teaspoons of dried leaves).\u003cbr\u003e Optional: Honey, lemon, ginger, or other herbs for flavor.\u003cbr\u003e Instructions:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Boil 1 cup of water and pour it over the fresh or dried tulsi leaves.\u003cbr\u003e Cover and steep for 5–7 minutes to extract the flavor and beneficial compounds.\u003cbr\u003e Strain, add optional sweeteners, and enjoy.\u003cbr\u003e Iced Option:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Brew a stronger tea, chill it in the fridge, and serve over ice for a refreshing summer drink.\u003cbr\u003e Comparison to Other Tulsi Varieties\u003cbr\u003e Milder Flavor: Kapoor Tulsi is less spicy than Krishna Tulsi and more fragrant than Rama Tulsi, making it especially suitable for tea.\u003cbr\u003e Faster Growth: It grows quickly and abundantly, making it ideal for home gardeners who want a steady supply of tea leaves.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Annual\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e Short lived perennial (2-3 years) in zones 10+. Can also be brought indoors or grown as an annual \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e This is for 100 seeds","brand":"SeedCult","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53058311225707,"sku":"OC101C","price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/5815\/2043\/files\/0_0d505047-941c-42d4-bcf4-c6c617125954.jpg?v=1775072306","url":"https:\/\/seedcult.com\/products\/kapoor-tulsi-holy-basil-oc101c","provider":"SeedCult","version":"1.0","type":"link"}