Description

Ocimum basilicum 'Cinnamon' – cinnamon basil

Basil with a distinct, spicy cinnamon note and striking purple flower clusters. Ocimum basilicum 'Cinnamon' has green and purple leaves and lavender-pink flowers – it looks just as good in a flower bed as it tastes in the kitchen. You may also find this plant under the names Mexican basil or cinnamon-scented basil.

Appearance and habit

The flowering plant grows to approx. 40 cm. The leaves are green with a purple tinge, while the stems and flower calyces are dark purple. From June to September, it produces lavender-pink flowers arranged in long spikes.

Cultivation

Cinnamon basil is warmth-loving and is grown as an annual in our climate – in the ground, in window boxes and in pots. Ordinary, fertile soil is sufficient. Move it outdoors after the last frosts.

Uses

The leaves add a spicy aroma to fruit, desserts, compotes and teas, but they also work wonderfully in Asian cuisine and dishes with roasted vegetables. The flowering shoots are a decorative addition to herb bouquets.

Key information

  • Life cycle: annual plant
  • Height with flowers: approx. 40 cm
  • Flowering: June – September
  • Flower colour: lavender-pink
  • Leaves: green and purple
  • Soil: ordinary
  • Number of seeds per 1 g: approx. 670

Seeds sold by weight – how do you choose a packet?

We sell seeds by weight. For each option, we provide the approximate number of seeds, calculated from the producer's data (approx. 670 seeds per 1 g). Smaller packets are sufficient for the garden and windowsill, while 100 g and 1000 g options are intended for nurseries, farms and businesses. The larger the packet, the lower the price per gram.

Photo: bobistraveling, CC BY 2.0 licence (Wikimedia Commons)

Cinnamon basil seeds 'Cinnamon' - Ocimum basilicum

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    Description

    Ocimum basilicum 'Cinnamon' – cinnamon basil

    Basil with a distinct, spicy cinnamon note and striking purple flower clusters. Ocimum basilicum 'Cinnamon' has green and purple leaves and lavender-pink flowers – it looks just as good in a flower bed as it tastes in the kitchen. You may also find this plant under the names Mexican basil or cinnamon-scented basil.

    Appearance and habit

    The flowering plant grows to approx. 40 cm. The leaves are green with a purple tinge, while the stems and flower calyces are dark purple. From June to September, it produces lavender-pink flowers arranged in long spikes.

    Cultivation

    Cinnamon basil is warmth-loving and is grown as an annual in our climate – in the ground, in window boxes and in pots. Ordinary, fertile soil is sufficient. Move it outdoors after the last frosts.

    Uses

    The leaves add a spicy aroma to fruit, desserts, compotes and teas, but they also work wonderfully in Asian cuisine and dishes with roasted vegetables. The flowering shoots are a decorative addition to herb bouquets.

    Key information

    • Life cycle: annual plant
    • Height with flowers: approx. 40 cm
    • Flowering: June – September
    • Flower colour: lavender-pink
    • Leaves: green and purple
    • Soil: ordinary
    • Number of seeds per 1 g: approx. 670

    Seeds sold by weight – how do you choose a packet?

    We sell seeds by weight. For each option, we provide the approximate number of seeds, calculated from the producer's data (approx. 670 seeds per 1 g). Smaller packets are sufficient for the garden and windowsill, while 100 g and 1000 g options are intended for nurseries, farms and businesses. The larger the packet, the lower the price per gram.

    Photo: bobistraveling, CC BY 2.0 licence (Wikimedia Commons)

    Botanical name

    Ocimum basilicum 'Cinnamon'

    FAQ

    What is another name for cinnamon basil?

    Basil 'Cinnamon' is sometimes called Mexican basil or cinnamon-scented basil. The name comes from the spicy, cinnamon-like note of its leaves.

    Does cinnamon basil really smell like cinnamon?

    Yes, its leaves have a distinct, spicy note reminiscent of cinnamon, combined with the typical aroma of basil.

    What can cinnamon basil be used for?

    For fruit, desserts, compotes and teas, as well as Asian cuisine and dishes made with roasted vegetables.

    How many seeds are there in 1 g?

    According to the seed producer's data, 1 g contains approximately 670 seeds. The number of seeds does not indicate the number of plants.

    At what temperature do the seeds germinate?

    The seeds germinate quickly at around 20°C with constant, moderate moisture. Cover them with a thin layer of soil.

    Can it be grown in a pot?

    Yes, cinnamon basil grows well in a pot on a sunny windowsill and in balcony planters.

    Plant Atlas - Ocimum basilicum 'Cinnamon'

    Ocimum basilicum 'Cinnamon' – cinnamon basil

    Basil with a distinct, spicy cinnamon note and striking purple flower clusters. Ocimum basilicum 'Cinnamon' has green-purple leaves and lavender-pink flowers - it looks just as attractive in a flower bed as it tastes in the kitchen. The plant is also known as Mexican basil or cinnamon-scented basil.

    Appearance and growth habit

    The flowering plant grows to approx. 40 cm. The leaves are green with a purple bloom, while the stems and flower calyces are dark purple. From June to September, it produces lavender-pink flowers arranged in long spikes.

    Growing

    Cinnamon basil is warmth-loving and, in our climate, is grown as an annual - in the ground, window boxes and pots. Average, fertile soil is sufficient. Move it outdoors after the last frosts.

    Uses

    The leaves add a spicy aroma to fruit, desserts, compotes and teas, and are also excellent in Asian cuisine and dishes made with roasted vegetables. The flowering shoots are a decorative addition to herb bouquets.

    Seed information

    Number of seeds per 1 g: approx. 670. The seeds germinate at approx. 20°C with consistently moderate substrate moisture; cover them with a thin layer of soil, while very fine seeds should only be pressed into the substrate. After emergence, keep the seedlings in a slightly cooler, bright location.

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