Do you know there are 4 types of Tulsi in India and its Benefits?
Every Hindu Household has a Tulsi Plant.
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Every Hindu Household has a Tulsi Plant.
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Tulsi, the plant that we Indians are growing and worshipping in our homes for ages, is one of the 60 species of the genus Ocimum and it is known as ‘Tulasi’ in Sanskrit.
In Indian Ayurvedic texts, there are 4 types of ‘Tulsi’ Plants mentioned and all four of them have amazing benefits.
1)Krishna (Purple Leaf) Tulsi, Shyama Tulsi
2)Rama (Green Leaf) Tulsi, Sri or Lakshmi Tulasi
3)Vana (Wild Leaf) Tulsi
4)Kapoor Tulsi (Heavy Flowered)
1)Krishna (Purple Leaf) Tulsi, Shyama Tulsi
2)Rama (Green Leaf) Tulsi, Sri or Lakshmi Tulasi
3)Vana (Wild Leaf) Tulsi
4)Kapoor Tulsi (Heavy Flowered)
1)Krishna Tulsi - It is said that Krishna Tulsi got its name because of the purple leaves represents Shri Krishna’s skin colour. It is also famous for its crispy and peppery taste. Its hard to find in comparison to the other types of tulsi.
Its Purple leaf also used to treat throat infections, respiratory system, nasal lesions, ear-ache & skin diseases
2) Rama Tulsi or Green Leaf Basil- Rama tulsi is also known as Sri or Lakshmi Tulasi, Ocimum tenuiflorum, Ocimum sanctumand green leaf tulsi (Basil).
2) Rama Tulsi or Green Leaf Basil- Rama tulsi is also known as Sri or Lakshmi Tulasi, Ocimum tenuiflorum, Ocimum sanctumand green leaf tulsi (Basil).
The Rama tulsi emits a strong aroma from its every part. It is also found in Eastern Nepal, Brazil, China, as well as in Bengal &, Bihar. Rama Tulsi is widely famous for its cooling taste.
3)Vana Tulsi or Wild Leaf Basil - It is native to India, Sri Lanka, Java and the northern and eastern parts of Africa. The scientific name of Vana tulsi is Ocimum gratissimum. It can grow up to 2m high with highly aromatic and slightly hairy green leaves.
4)Kapoor Tulsi or Heavy Flowered Basil- This type of tulsi has garnished its name due to the sweet fragrance that can keep insects and mosquitoes at bay. Kapoor tulsi is short in terms of heights and gets the most number of flowers among all different types of the tulsi plant.
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