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Tulsi
आजची वनस्पती

Ocimum tenuiflorum

TulsiEvergreen

Tulsi (Ocimum tenuiflorum) is a herb belonging to the Lamiaceae family, native to India. Known for its fragrant blooms.

FamilyLamiaceae
GenusOcimum
NativeIndia
LifespanPerennial

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Hindi (हिन्दी)Tulsi / TulsiHI

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Growing Tulsi in India

Tulsi thrives in tropical and subtropical regions of India. Plant during monsoon onset (June-July) for best establishment.

Native Range

Native to India.

Did You Know?

Tulsi is fragrant and attracts pollinators across India.