Tulsi
Ocimum Sanctum tenuiflorum
1:2 Ethanol/Distilled H2O Spagyric Tincture of organic, dried Tulsi aerial parts, with purified salt principle added. 
Planetary Influence: Jupiter
 
Physical Properties*:
Tulsi, or Holy Basil, as it is known in the Ayurvedic Tradition, is definitely somewhat of a herbal holy grail. It’s diverse range of properties may make it worthy of being dubbed an ‘adaptogen’, it relaxes spasms, eases pains and headaches, fortifies the heart protector, and strengthens the nervous and immune systems, making it applicable for those feeling states of stress and overwhelm. Whilst, on the other hand the herb is aromatic, pungent, digestive and warming, making it applicable for people experiencing states of sluggishness, stagnancy, and bloating that may occour from low moods, and/or the over-indulgence that some engage in to escape from their low moods. It is a useful herb for treating cold, flus, respiratory issues and infections, in that it induces perspiration to sweat out the disease, gently expectorates to shift toxins from the lungs and  it’s essential oils exhibit antibacterial, antiseptic, and antifungal, actions that either limit the spread of pathogenic bodies, or kill them entirely. Tulsi is also anti-inflammatory, serving as an aid for those with rheumatic pains and/or arthritis. Tulsi may also help to lower blood sugar levels.

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Emotional/Spiritual properties*:
This most noble plant has been assigned many honouring titles, such as the ‘Queen of Plants’ and the ‘mother medicine of Nature’… indeed, when one consumes Tulsi, a sense of all-honouring resolve gathers first around a freshly strengthened heart, and then it spreads to the mind, the solar plexus and the rest of the being. Tulsi, can impart inspiration as much as it promotes perspiration. Though whilst it definitely imbibes the impetus to step out bodly amidst the many good causes of life, it also helps one to consider where their presence is best offered, and what activities are going to draw further nobleness from one’s being. These qualities make Tulsi a desirable ally for those who feel unsure of themselves, who may be cutting themselves off from fruitful situations due to subconscious limiting beliefs or constrictions of vital force brought about by un-serving habits or even traumas. Tulsi will literally help get you out the door and in to the world, to enmesh in cycles of giving and receiving life’s richness, fulfilment and joy. Holy Basil will help one to witness and deeply appreciate one’s own virtous characteristics, in so doing they will expand and being to permeate life more prolifically, and from this place or finds a very genuine and grounded self-confidence. By this same token it can help ground those with an inflated sense of self-worth in to greater service… royalty are meant to serve the people after all.
Tulsi can also serve as a potent study and work aid,  improving single point focus and clarity.

Recommended Dosage: 3-7 drops, 1-4 times per day. 
 Cautions/Contraindications:
-Fertility and Pregnancy: In animal studies Tulsi has been shown to have an anti-fertility effect, thus couples trying to conceive, pregnant mothers to be and nursing mothers should avoid holy basil.
-Anti-coagulant/Antiplatelet drugs: Medications that are intended to thin blood and slow clotting may be potentiated by Holy Basil and the chance of dangerous bleeding may be increased.  Such anti-clotting drugs include  aspirin, clopidogrel (Plavix), dalteparin (Fragmin), enoxaparin (Lovenox), heparin, ticlopidine (Ticlid) and warfarin (Coumadin).
-Pentobarbital: Pentobarbital can cause drowsiness, in combination with Tulsi, excess drowsiness may occour.