Tulsi also know as Tulsa or Ocimum tenuiflorum also the Holy basil is a widely acknowledged herb in the family Lamiaceae. It is native to India and vastly grown in Southeast Asian region

Ayurveda has a special place for Tulsa, and it can be found in the home of Hindus in India. It is a sacred plant which Hindus worship in their home. Most common types include 

Ram Tulsa 

Krishna Tulsa 

Vana Tulsa. 

Many Hindu texts have mentioned the plant in different and various instances, such as the tale of Vrinda and her husband Jalandhar. Vrinda is a pious devotee of Vishnu who marries Jalandhar. Vrinda, being most loyal towards her husband and by the virtue of that, Jalandhar was made powerful and invincible by the gods. Narada a pious devotee of lord Vishnu described the beauty of parvati, after which Jalandhar demands Parvati from her husband Shiva, which became a reason for the battle between them. Jalandhar a master of illusionary arts, attempts to abduct Parvati in disguise of lord Shiva. After realizing his intentions, she gets towards lord Vishnu and demands to show the same fate to Vrinda.

Known to be “Queen of Herbs” Tulsa has proved to be highly efficient in protecting organs from various infections and diseases of the liver, skin, kidney, etc. It has many other health benefits that can help in keeping your blood pressure levels and cholesterol levels under control, that is highly influential for heart.

Natural Immunity Booster:

Rich in vitamin C and zinc, It acts as a natural immunity booster and keeps infections at bay. It has immense antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal properties which protect us from a variety of infections. Tulsa leaves extract increases the T helper cells and natural killer cells activity, boosting the immune system.

Reduces Stress & Fatigue:

Research has also shown that Tulsa has several physical and mental health benefits. For instance, consuming a Tulsa drink after a tiring day at work can be revitalizing and help to relieve stress and fatigue. Similarly, a Tulsa drink during prolonged hours of study can also help to enhance concentration for students.

Not only is Tulsa a powerful plant on its own, it works synergistically with other Ayurvedic adaptogenic herbs such as Turmeric and Ashwagandha, making it the perfect enhancer for any tea or supplement. It also is said to behold a nurturing, feminine energy or essence according to the traditional Indian medicine system. That’s why balancing Tulsa is included in many Ayurvedic medicinal formulas, to get the most benefit of key herbs and spices for deep nourishment and sustained wellness. 

Tea, of tulsa, is the most popular way to consume it. A handful of leaves should be first boiled and simmered for about 10 minutes. This process extracts all the goodness from the leaves. Honey or lime can be added to augment its flavor. This concoction is not just an immunity booster, it is said to be a cure for coughs, colds, skin related disorders like acne, mouth ulcers, and even helps control blood-sugar levels. Tulsa is considered to be a blood purifier. The flip side about tulsi leaves is that they should not be chewed, as they have a significant amount of mercury and iron, which is released upon chewing. The religious significance of the plant is yet another factor which makes people desist from chewing on it.