Selasih Thai

Ocimum basilicum var. Thyrsifloru

Nama Lain: Thai Basil,

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Origin Asia Tenggara

Keterangan

Selasih Thai ialah herba aromatik daripada famili Lamiaceae yang biasanya mencapai 30 hingga 80 sentimeter. Batangnya bercabang dan sering berwarna ungu, manakala daunnya hijau, tirus dan mengeluarkan aroma anise atau likuoris.

Bunganya kecil, berwarna ungu atau merah jambu dan tersusun dalam jambak tegak. Daun muda lebih lembut dan lazimnya dituai sebelum pokok berbunga terlalu banyak.

Cara Penjagaan

Tanam di bawah matahari penuh dalam tanah subur dan bersaliran baik. Siram apabila permukaan tanah mula kering. Cubit pucuk untuk merangsang cabang. Pembiakan melalui biji atau keratan.

Kesesuaian Penanaman

Tanam di bawah matahari penuh dalam tanah subur dan bersaliran baik. Siram apabila permukaan tanah mula kering. Cubit pucuk untuk merangsang cabang. Pembiakan melalui biji atau keratan.

Khasiat & Kegunaan

Daun selasih Thai digunakan dalam kari, sup, tumisan, salad dan pelbagai hidangan Thai. Aromanya lebih tahan ketika dimasak berbanding sesetengah jenis basil lain. Nilai utamanya ialah sebagai herba masakan.

security Langkah Keselamatan

• Daun dalam jumlah makanan biasanya selamat. Minyak pati atau ekstrak pekat tidak boleh diminum terus. Individu alah kepada Lamiaceae perlu berhati-hati.

info Fakta Menarik

• Aroma anise pada selasih Thai membezakannya daripada sweet basil biasa.

Description

Thai Basil is an aromatic herb from the family Lamiaceae, typically reaching 30 to 80 centimetres. Its stems branch out and are often purple, while the leaves are green, pointed, and emit an anise or liquorice aroma.

The flowers are small, purple or pink, and arranged in upright clusters. Young leaves are more tender and are typically harvested before the plant flowers too heavily.

Planting & Propagation

Plant in full sun in fertile, well-draining soil. Water when the soil surface begins to dry. Pinch tips to encourage branching. Propagate through seeds or cuttings.

Growing Conditions

Plant in full sun in fertile, well-draining soil. Water when the soil surface begins to dry. Pinch tips to encourage branching. Propagate through seeds or cuttings.

Usage & Benefits

Thai basil leaves are used in curries, soups, stir-fries, salads, and various Thai dishes. Its aroma holds up better when cooked compared to some other basil types. Its main value is as a culinary herb.

security Safety Warnings

• Leaves in food quantities are generally safe. Essential oils or concentrated extracts should not be consumed directly. Individuals allergic to Lamiaceae should be cautious.

info Fun Facts

• The anise-like aroma of Thai basil distinguishes it from common sweet basil.

Rujukan & Sumber / References

https://powo.science.kew.org/results?q=Ocimum%20basilicum%20var.%20Thyrsifloru
https://www.gbif.org/species/search?q=Ocimum%20basilicum%20var.%20Thyrsifloru
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=Ocimum%20basilicum%20var.%20Thyrsifloru
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