Family: Lamiaceae

Scientific Name: Ocimum basilicum Cinnamon

Common Name: Cinnamon Basil, Mexican Spice Basil

DescriptionA basil with cinnamon scented leaves.
Plant TypeAll Plants, Annuals
Sunlightfull
Moistureaverage to moist
Soil & Siteaverage
Temperaturenot frost tolerant, dislikes cold weather
Flowersterminal red-purple racemes, small pink flowers
Leavessimple dark green leaves, cinnamon scented from the concentration of cinnamate
Stemspurple
Rootsfibrous
Dimensions18-24 by 18-24 inches or more, upright growth habit
Propagationseeds, cuttings
Misc FactsThere is a trade off between culinary production and flower production. More leaves will be produced for harvest if the flowers are removed.
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