Member of the family Lamiaceae (mints), sometimes known as Saint Joseph's Wort in some English-speaking countries.<br>
Do not confuse with [[Holy Basil]]<br>
Basil has been used in ancient Egypt mixed with myrrh and incense for embalming. In Greece, it is a perfume in baths and during massage. In India, its meaning covers protection of the soul of human.<br>See also : [[Basil Seeds]]
==Special Precautions of Basil==
* Basil is safe in food amounts, and it seems to be safe in medicinal amounts when used by adults short-term. In some people basil can cause low blood sugar.