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Ocimum canum


Ocimum canum
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Copyright: Nirmal Roberts (nirmalroberts) Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 367 W: 71 N: 705] (2852)
Genre: Plants
Medium: Color
Date Taken: 2008-01-26
Categories: Flowers
Camera: Fujifilm FinePix S6500fd, Fujinon f=6.2-66.7(28-300)mm 1:2.8-4.9, Marumi 58mm UV Haze
Exposure: f/5.6, 1/350 seconds
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Photo Version: Original Version
Date Submitted: 2008-02-18 23:05
Viewed: 1896
Points: 40
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Ocimum canum.
Synonyms: Ocimum americanum, Ocimum pilosum.
Common name: Holy Basil.
Common Hindi names: Kali Tulsi, Manjari, Ram tulsi.
Plant: 75-90cm. Branched, fragrant and erect herb.
Flower: Small having purple to reddish color, present in small compact clusters on cylindrical spikes.
The natural habitat of Tulsi varies from sea level to an altitude of 2000 m. It is found growing naturally in moist soil nearly all over the globe. In India, Hindus grow Tulsi as a religious plant in their homes, temples and their farms. They use Tulsi leaves in routine worship.
Tulsi leaves contain a bright yellow volatile oil which is useful against insects and bacteria. The principal constituents of this oil are Eugenol, eugenol methyl ether and carvacrol. The oil is reported to possess anti-bacterial properties and acts as an insecticide. It inhibits the in vitro growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis and Micrococcus pyogenes var. aureus. It has marked insecticidal activity against mosquitoes. The juice of leaves, and or a concoction, called jushanda, a kind of tea, gives relief in common cold, fever, bronchitis, cough, digestive complaints, etc. When applied locally, it helps in eradicating ringworms and other skin diseases. Tulsi oil is also used as ear drops in case of pain. The seeds are used in curing urinary problems. Aphrodisiac virtue has been attributed to it, where powdered Tulsi root with clarified butter (ghee) is prescribed.
More information about its medicinal use at
ayurveda-foryou.com

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TFS this tasty herb, TFS Ori

Hoi nirmal,
These specie is beautiful and i don't know him.
Good sharp and beutiful colours.

good noto's too.

regards Gert

Thank you for this fine representation of Basil flowers Nirmal, the colours were rendered perfectly under the clear daylight, very nice indeed!
Cheers,
Mehmet

Hello Nirmal,

Another good picture with informative that you provide us. Thanks you for that. You also made interesting critique and well defined workshop so none goes unappreciated.

Nice light with excellent sharpness and details. intersting looking flower which I have never seen it before. Well done and best regards,
Jusni

Thats a whole new meaning to Basil!! great and interesting work Nirmal, TFS..

This species grows aplenty in Saudi Arabia, Nirmal. However, it has to be cultivated.
This is a good image with natural colours.
TFS and all the best.
Ram

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  • Ena Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 368 W: 61 N: 591] (2458)
  • [2008-02-20 2:30]

Hi Nirmal,
My favourite plant for cooking "pastasciutta"!
Well composed and good sharpness!
TFS
Ena

Hello Nirmal,

A very nice photo of a beautiful and interesting plant. Your photo is exposed perfectly, very sharp too. I do have a minor suggestion for situations like this, using a larger f/stop would have thrown the background into softer focus, thus making the subject stand out a little better. The background is a little cluttered, so putting it out of focus would make it a little less distracting.

Thanks,
John

Hi Nirmal,
good details of these labiatae
Ferra

Bonjour Nirmal,
Curieuse et intéressante plante médicinale. Ta galerie est très instructive.
Salutations
Hervé

Hi Nirmal,
A nice capture of this Durlava plant with flowers. According to Hindu Mythology it is a favorite plant of Lord Jagannath. Very good composition and details. Thanks a lot for sharing.

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  • fiyo Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 987 W: 5 N: 2762] (10618)
  • [2008-02-21 0:24]

Hello Nirmal,
a very nice close-up with nice colours and good POV.TFS

Hello Nirmal,
very nice flower very well captured with a perfect focus and splendid natural colours and lighting,
excellent post my friend,
Pat

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  • Mana Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 1899 W: 36 N: 5579] (18518)
  • [2008-02-22 5:48]

Hi Nirmal,
Wonderful shot with lovely colours and details of this holy plant. Superb lighting and I like the shape of these flowers. Excellent sharpness and DOF. Very nicely composed too. Kudos.
TFS.
Sumon

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  • lousat Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Note Writer [C: 1978 W: 6 N: 5527] (19673)
  • [2008-02-24 14:14]

Hi Nirmal,fantastic sharpness of this very nice ocinum.I had many problems whit my pc,now i'm back,i'm happy to find again my TN's friends.Have a nice day,Luciano

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  • jaycee Gold Star Critiquer/Silver Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 2493 W: 11 N: 6885] (21912)
  • [2008-02-25 9:17]

Hi Nirmal,

Everyone seems to be familiar with this plant except me. Not only is it beautiful but apparently very useful. Beautiful picture of the plant with lovely flowers and leaves. Wonderful colors and excellent details. Thank you for the information.

Jane

Nirmal,
Very beautiful plant, crystal clear image with very fine detail, love the pleasant natural colours.
I've viewed your gallery and especially like your butterfly Projapoti- for Sumon Sinha.
Wonderful work!! Great notes!
Ron

Hi Nirmal, beautiful flowers with splendid colors, great details and excellent sharpness, very well done, ciao Silvio

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  • uleko Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 3001 W: 162 N: 989] (2897)
  • [2008-02-26 3:25]

Hello Nirmal,
Excellent capture of this beautiful Basil flower in good light. Details are very sharp and the colours beautiful. Nice soft natural background too.
Many thanks, Ulla

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  • dejo Gold Star Critiquer/Gold Star Workshop Editor/Gold Note Writer [C: 375 W: 51 N: 519] (2238)
  • [2008-03-23 4:56]

Hi Nirmal,
nice close-up capture,
great details and clarity of the pic, lovely color,
Regards,
Dejan

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