This is an older article specific and limited to Basil Essential Oil. I’m updating it to include this link to a much more in-depth article on the Magickal and Medicinal Properties of Basil, including holistic uses and simple spells.
Dried Basil and Basil Essential Oil samples are available for purchase in the Apothecary.
You can also find Basil Essential Oil here.
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Basil leaf oil (Ocimum basilicum)
Basil essential oil has a fresh, earthy aroma often used for calming the spirits.
Also available in Vitality.
Basil has a sweet, warm scent and flavor.
This herb is found in a variety of dishes and is popular in both Asian and European cooking.
Using an essential oil, you’ll get a brighter flavor than dried herbs without the hassle of fresh herbs.
In the 16th century, the powdered leaves were inhaled to treat migraines and chest infections. The Hindu people put basil sprigs on the chests of the dead to protect them from evil spirits. italian women wore basil to attract possible suitors. It was listed in Hildegard’s Medicine, a compilation of early German medicines by highly regarded Benedictine herbalist Hildegard of Bingen (1098-1179).
Medical Properties: Powerful antispasmodic, antiviral, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, muscle relaxant
Fragrant Influence: Fights mental fatigue
Excerpted from the Essential Oils Desk Reference, 7th Edition
Basil Vitality Essential Oil Uses:
- Flavor your favorite pasta sauce recipes with Basil Vitality. Add Rosemary Vitality or Oregano Vitality for even more flavor.
- Add to deli salads, Asian- or Italian-inspired soups, and custom salad dressings or vinaigrettes to share with family and friends.
- Boil pasta noodles in basil-infused water for a subtle flavor.
- Pair with lime juice and melons, such as watermelon and cantaloupe, for a fresh summer treat. For a more complex flavor profile, garnish with feta.
- Mix with a mild tea, such as chamomile. Add a dash of honey to sweeten the experience.
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