Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), also known as "holy basil", is a medicinal plant of the Lamiaceae family, native to India. Used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine, it is considered the "queen of herbs" in India! In Sanskrit, tulsi means "incomparable".
A sacred plant
Tulsi is often grown near temples and homes in India, considered an incarnation of the goddess Tulsi, associated with Lakshmi.
- Spiritual protection: said to repel negative energies
- Tulsi malas: its beads are made into meditation necklaces
- Purifying properties: tulsi-infused water purifies body and soul
- Act of devotion: growing tulsi with daily prayers and offerings
- Symbol of love and harmony: linked to the marriage of Lord Vishnu and goddess Tulsi
A medicinal plant
Recent scientific studies have confirmed its exceptional properties. Tulsi is an adaptogen: it helps fight stress and anxiety, strengthens the immune system and improves resistance to environmental stress.
- Respiratory system: relieves colds, cough, asthma, bronchitis
- Anti-inflammatory: joint and muscle pain relief
- Digestion: relieves bloating and digestive discomfort
- Cardiovascular: helps regulate blood pressure and cholesterol
- Anti-infectious: antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal
- Oral health, stress reduction and detoxification (especially liver)
At Adaptitude we craft hydro-alcoholic extracts from fresh plants (maceration followed by ultrasonic extraction) and have developed local organic cultivation with partner growers to guarantee freshness, quality and ethics!