Bush basil fine leaved (Pistou) – Ocimum basilicum

Ocimum basilicum belongs to the mint family, Lamiaceae. Its aromatic leaves grow in opposite pairs on branching, square stems; small lipped flowers develop along the flowering shoots. Green and purple foliage forms occur, making leaf appearance and aroma useful distinctions within a basil seed assortment. Bush basil fine leaved (Pistou) is the catalogue designation for this seed entry.