Holy Basil: The Sacred Herb of Ayurveda

Holy basil is a sacred plant in the Indian and Ayurvedic traditions. There is a wide range of conditions for which it is used, both physically and psychologically. Holy Basil is one of nature's panaceas, making it a powerful plant to grow in your garden and stock in your home.

In today’s plant profile, you’ll discover:

-Holy Basil’s unique taste and how it supports your nervous, digestive, -immune system, and more
-Holy Basil's unique combination of adaptogenic and nervine properties to support the modern stressed condition"
-Spiritual applications for this ancient herb
-Its relationship to Jupiter and the Fire Element
-How to prepare medicine with the fresh and dried plant

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ABOUT EVOLUTIONARY HERBALISM
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Evolutionary Herbalism is built upon holistic philosophies of herbalism and nature from across the world. From Ayurveda and alchemy, to clinical herbalism, medical astrology and modern science, this approach seeks to unite traditional models of plant medicine into a cohesive clinical practice. This holistic model of herbalism honors the whole plant and the whole person, and seeks to utilize medicinal plants in a way that equally addresses the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual sides of healing.

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ABOUT SAJAH
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Sajah Popham is the author of Evolutionary Herbalism and the founder of the School of Evolutionary Herbalism, where he trains herbalists in a holistic system of plant medicine that encompasses clinical Western herbalism, medical astrology, Ayurveda, and spagyric alchemy.
His mission is to develop a comprehensive approach that balances the science and spirituality of plant medicine, focusing on using plants to heal and rejuvenate the body, clarify the mind, open the heart, and support the development of the soul. This is only achieved through understanding and working with the chemical, energetic, and spiritual properties of the plants. His teachings embody a heartfelt respect, honor and reverence for the vast intelligence of plants in a way that empowers us to look deeper into the nature of our medicines and ourselves.
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This video is for educational purposes only. The information provided is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any diseases. Please contact a qualified health care professional for medical advice.

[geodegroot]

This is a touch on the medicinal, spiritual, and neuronal properties of Holy basil. I have found these anecdotal properties to be true, especially mouth health. Inspired by these stories, I have dusted off a container of Tulsi seeds from my own garden from 2018, and have found them totally viable and growing with vigor. How many seeds do That in an open container!!!

[hammersaw]

I find it combined with rose and/or chamomile in a tea, eases pain after a long stressful day, helps with sleeping and relaxation. I prefer the effects of Tulsi to those of Lemon Balm, though both are great. Lemon Balm tends to be an aggressive invader in the herb garden. Holy Basil is not as invasive, at least in cooler climates.

[kenthefley]

There is something about this herb that causes me to have strong dreams with a nostalgic vibe.

[Bio-basti]

I am a smoker and it helps me to relieve the mucus from that. It triggers coughing and cleaning the lungs

[Yaman]

The flowers are very sweet tasting imo

[LPSElixirOfficial]

Please do more videos on plants like this that are native to tropical and subtropical regions - these videos are so valuable

[camis]

I just started studying more into herbalism and came across your videos and I love that you add planets and chakras to the plant properties and how they relate because I've been doing my own research on it before I found your video and I feel like you're right not many people add that to the herbal studies and I love that your doing that. Especially bc i also thnk it plays a big part in it as far as healing. Looking forward to learning more from your school! Thank you for the insight

[isabelladavis]

Without a doubt my favorite herb in the garden…the first week in November and I have one that is four feet around as well as tall… oh the taste and fragrance … none compares… thank you for sharing … stay blessed

[enadunatov]

I like how it is described as fire element plant, that already tells me a lot. I read that it calms you down, before trying it out, and didn't know it was a stimulant. I was suprised that I felt energised and uplifted, instead of calm. On the first day, I added tulsi powder in my tea, half of the recommended dose, but on the fifth day I got really dizzy. Did anyone else got dizzy? I have really low blood pressure all my life and high anxiety, does that affect things? I wonder who to ask these things usually, regarding different adaptogens and similar..?

[a.e.rromero]

I love this! This is one herb we didn’t cover in herb school. I haven't been able to use tulsi because I don't know it's best application outside of being an adaptogen & nervine.

[ProximaCentauri]

It is called Sulasi in Tagalog. In my region where it is called Kamangkaw, it has a purplish color and is more aromatic.

[hammersaw]

I agree with the bit at the end about it being similar to Yarrow.

[jamesjones]

Other plants I have seen mentioned in the Insulin resistance context are Panax quinquefolius, Gynostemma pentaphyllum and Pfaffia paniculata; a.k.a -American ginseng root, Jiaogulan and Suma root.

[stephenhine]

Just got 2 holy basil plants .love growing herbs and thank you for all the great information.

[krisandigonzales]

Amazing! I was drinking it for the first time. I stumbled on your video. What a very informative video. I learned alot. Thank you Sir.

[detroitrockdoc]

Much thanks dear Sir for your wonderful presentation on the sacred Krishna Tulsi! Your gardens are beautiful and reflect your respect and the time you lavish upon them. God Bless!

[sitstillstfu]

Youre so true on adaptogens. They gon learn today

[jojow]

I dearly appreciate all your teachings. Blessing to you for taking the time to share your encyclopedia of knowledge with us. God Bless you and keep radiating your brilliant light.

[juliealtmann]

When you were talking about the “uplifting” effect on the nervous system, a word that came to me was nervous system refresher/revitalizer! Like when you feel refreshed and revitalized after a good nap or restful sleep :) Great episode, thank you Sajah!

[jodeemonckton]

I’ve tried holy basil once but I failed. I want to try it again. Thanks for the great info on it it really spins amazing. 😊