by Peronospora belbahrii is a significant disease, as first reported in Italy in 2003. It was reported in the Florida in 2007 and by 2008 had spread along the eastern United States, reaching Canada. Basil cultivars resistant to P. belbahrii have been developed.

Non-pathogenic bacteria found on basil include Novosphingobium species.

Uses

Culinary

Basil is most commonly used fresh in recipes. In general, it is added last, as

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