Is basil always the same plant?

Not necessarily. Common names repeat across languages and regions. FloraLexicon shows which species are tied to this label in the current data; more than one row means the name is ambiguous here.

What is basil in Ireland?

When you select Ireland, matches tied to that country are ranked first when available. Local checklists and national floras remain the authority for field identification.

Which scientific species are linked to basil?

Every indexed species appears in the possible matches above, with countries and uses. When you see more than one plant, the same common name is used for different species in different regions—use scientific names and region context to choose the right one.

Is basil used in traditional remedies?

Our dataset may list teas, medicinal, ritual, or culinary uses for linked species. That is informational only: common names are not enough to identify a plant safely—verify with qualified sources before any health-related use.

What is "basil" called in Ireland?

In Ireland, this plant is called:

Basil

Local name

Scientific name (verification):

Ocimum basilicum

Country breakdown

Country

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Ireland

Ocimum basilicum

Safety information

Safety depends on the exact species, plant part, preparation, and individual context. FloraLexicon does not give medical, nutritional, or toxicity guidance; consult qualified professionals and trusted references.

Frequently asked questions

Is basil always the same plant?: Not necessarily. Common names repeat across languages and regions. FloraLexicon shows which species are tied to this label in the current data; more than one row means the name is ambiguous here.
What is basil in Ireland?: When you select Ireland, matches tied to that country are ranked first when available. Local checklists and national floras remain the authority for field identification.
Which scientific species are linked to basil?: Every indexed species appears in the possible matches above, with countries and uses. When you see more than one plant, the same common name is used for different species in different regions—use scientific names and region context to choose the right one.
Is basil used in traditional remedies?: Our dataset may list teas, medicinal, ritual, or culinary uses for linked species. That is informational only: common names are not enough to identify a plant safely—verify with qualified sources before any health-related use.
Is basil safe?: Safety depends on the exact species, plant part, preparation, and individual context. FloraLexicon does not give medical, nutritional, or toxicity guidance; consult qualified professionals and trusted references.

Evidence

‘basil’ is a common plant name in this index, with linked species shown below.

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