Peruvian basil
Ocimum micranthum
Family: Lamiaceae
What it is like
A herb.
There are between 100 and 150 Ocimum species.
Where it is found
It is a tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Amazon, Central America, Cuba, Guyana, Nicaragua, South America, St Lucia, West Indies
How it is used for food
The leaves are used in soups and stews.
Edible parts
Stem, leaves
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Alfavaca, Barsley Fonbwafen, Married man pork, Sika kaira
Synonyms
See Ocimum americanum