Botanical characteristics of basil:
Scientific name: Ocimum basilicum.
Family: Lamiaceae (Lamiaceae).
Origin: Basil is believed to have originated in tropical regions of Asia and Africa, but is now grown in most parts of the world.
Leaves: Basil leaves are smooth and oval, usually green in color, but there are other colors such as purple.
Height: Basil plants can reach a height of 30 to 60 Centimeters.
Flowers: Basil produces small white or pink flowers that grow at the ends of the branches.