How to Care for Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora (Thai basil)

Korean name: 바질 (타이)

Thai basil is an aromatic herb with dark green leaves and purple flowers. It is commonly used in cooking and grows well in bright, well-ventilated areas. It requires moderate watering and well-drained soil.

Key facts

• Category: Herb
• Family: Lamiaceae
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: indoors or outdoors
• Native to: Southeast Asia
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: No known toxicity, so it is fine to keep around pets.
• Traits: herb, culinary, fragrant, beginner-friendly, indoor plant
• Also known as: Thai basil, Sacred basil

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers bright direct sunlight.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil feels dry.
• Soil: Well-drained fertile soil is preferred.
• Humidity: Requires moderate humidity.
• Temperature: 18~30°C
• Fertilizer: Apply liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season.

Common questions

How often should you water Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora?

Water thoroughly when the soil feels dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora?

It likes Prefers bright direct sunlight.. You can grow it indoors or outdoors. Use Well-drained fertile soil is preferred..

Is Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora safe around pets?

No known toxicity, so it is fine to keep around pets.

Is Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 18~30°C. Humidity: Requires moderate humidity.. Fertilise Apply liquid fertilizer once a month during the growing season..