African basil (atiyayo)
Ocimum gratissimum
African basil
atiyayo
Grand framboisin
Ocimum gratissimum
Traditionally used
Digestion, nausea, anti-inflammatory, immunity, antioxidant, respiratory
Prepared as
Leaf tea: steep 1 tbsp fresh or dried leaves in hot water 10 minutes, drink 1 cup twice daily for fever and respiratory complaints. Steam inhalation: add handful of leaves to boiling water, inhale steam for congestion. Crushed leaves applied to wounds. Used fresh in cooking as food medicine.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Pou dijèsyon, malè kè, kont enflamasyon, ranfòse kò a, antioksidan, pou respirasyon
Français — Pour la digestion, nausées, anti-inflammatoire, immunité, antioxydant, voies respiratoires
Safety
Safety notes for this plant are still being written. Until they are, treat it with a cautious hand.
Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.
Kept alongside