Set Of-3 Shyama Tulsi In 4 Inch Poly Bag

Shyama Tulsi is a sacred and medicinal variety of Tulsi (Holy Basil) commonly found in Indian homes and temples.

 

🌿 What it is

• A dark purple or deep green variety of Holy Basil
• Known as Krishna Tulsi or Shyama Tulsi
• Belongs to the mint family (Lamiaceae)
• Considered highly important in Ayurveda and Hindu tradition

 

🍃 Appearance

• Leaves are dark green to purplish
• Slightly stronger aroma than green Tulsi (Rama Tulsi)
• Small purple flowers on spikes
• Grows as a small bushy herb plant

 

💊 Health benefits (Ayurveda)

Shyama Tulsi is widely used for:

• Boosting immunity
• Relief from cold, cough, and respiratory issues
• Reducing stress and improving mental clarity
• Supporting digestion
• Acting as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory herb

 

🌱 How to grow

• Sunlight: Needs 4–6 hours of sunlight daily
• Water: Moderate watering (don’t overwater)
• Soil: Well-drained soil in pots or ground
• Grows easily in Indian climate (including Gurgaon conditions)

 

⚠️ Important notes

• Leaves are safe in normal herbal use (tea, kadha, etc.)
• Avoid excessive medicinal intake without guidance if pregnant or on medication
• Sensitive to frost and heavy waterlogging

 

If you want, I can also compare Shyama Tulsi vs Rama Tulsi, or tell you how to make Tulsi tea/kaadha for cold and cough.