Ocimum
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A group of aromatic herb plants like basil used in cooking and for medicine
- noun
- /oʊˈsɪməm/
- Specialized
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- Ocimum is a popular choice in many kitchens for its fragrant leaves used in cooking.
- Ocimum basilicum
- basil (Ocimum)
Examples
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In gardening, Ocimum varieties like sweet basil are often grown for their aromatic qualities.
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Basil (Ocimum basilicum L.) seeds were sown into plastic pots containing 2.5 kg of washed sand.
Academic text (2015) -
The herb Ocimum, commonly known as basil, adds flavor to numerous dishes around the world.
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Etymology
Ocimum comes from the old Latin word ocimum, taken from a Greek word that meant 'basil' and pointed to the plant's strong 'scent'. So Ocimum today names a group of scented herbs, including basil, known for their use in cooking, medicine, and gardens.
