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Lemon Basil vs Thai Basil

Comparaison côte à côte des plantes médicinales

Plante

Lemon Basil

Ocimum x citriodorum

Not Common

Thai Basil

Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora

Not Common

⚠️ Avertissements grossesse et allaitement

Lemon Basil

✅ Généralement sûr pendant la grossesse

✅ Généralement sûr pendant l'allaitement

Thai Basil

❌ Non recommandé pendant la grossesse

✅ Généralement sûr pendant l'allaitement

Description

Lemon-scented basil hybrid popular in Southeast Asian cuisine; used in Indonesian and Thai folk medicine for digestive and respiratory conditions.

Southeast Asian basil variety with anise-clove flavor; used in Thai, Vietnamese and Cambodian traditional medicine and cuisine.

Composés actifs

citral, linalool, geraniol, nerol, eugenol

estragole, linalool, eugenol, methyl chavicol, flavonoids

Utilisations traditionnelles

Digestive complaints in Indonesian folk medicine, Respiratory conditions, Fever reduction, Sacred in Indonesian ceremonies

Digestive conditions in Thai traditional medicine, Respiratory infections, Fever reduction, Sacred and culinary in Southeast Asian traditions

Utilisations modernes

Carminative, Antimicrobial, Anti-inflammatory, Antioxidant

Posologie adulte

2–3 g fresh leaves as tea or food

2–3 g fresh or dried leaves as tea; culinary amounts

Contre-indications

Anticoagulant medications in high doses

Anticoagulant medications, Pregnancy in large medicinal doses

Effets secondaires

Mild blood thinning, GI upset in excess

Blood thinning potential, Estragole content — long-term concern

Révisé par : Équipe Éditoriale HerbAlly, Herboristes médicaux et professionnels de santé

Sources : Monographies de l'OMS · NCCIH · PubMed · Commission E

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Lemon Basil and Thai Basil?

Lemon Basil (Ocimum x citriodorum) is traditionally used for Digestive complaints in Indonesian folk medicine, Respiratory conditions, Fever reduction, while Thai Basil (Ocimum basilicum var. thyrsiflora) is used for Digestive conditions in Thai traditional medicine, Respiratory infections, Fever reduction. See the comparison table for dosage, safety and interactions.

Which is better, Lemon Basil or Thai Basil?

It depends on your goal. Compare evidence levels, pregnancy safety and drug interactions in the table above, then use our free dose calculator. Consult your healthcare provider for personalized advice.

Can I take Lemon Basil and Thai Basil together?

Combining herbs can change safety and interactions. Check each herb's interaction profile above and consult your healthcare provider before combining Lemon Basil with Thai Basil.