Ocimum basilicum

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Ocimum basilicum

Plant (HPS Number P03198)

Notes:
Date donated: 30th May 2011
Donor: Carrie Thomas

RHS Number and Name Designation (if any): 11649 - accepted name
  • Date added to the website: 23rd Mar 2023
  • Date updated on the website: 19th Dec 2024
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Ocimum basilicum

P03198
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Ocimum basilicum

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Ocimum basilicum

S01354

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Ocimum basilicum

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Ocimum basilicum

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