4887 Sweet Basil

Sweet Basil is a popular leafy herb known for its fragrance and flavor, commonly used in Italian and Southeast Asian cuisine.

Details about Sweet Basil

Also known as Sweet Italian Basil, Genovese Basil, Thai Basil

The most popular variety of basil is sweet basil, a warm-season crop that requires a frost-free climate to grow.

The King of Herbs

Nutrition

The nutrition facts for sweet basil are as follows: Sweet basil is low in calories, rich in vitamins and minerals and has many health benefits. Per 100g serving, it contains energy 22 kcal, fat 0.64g, carbohydrates 4.32g, dietary fiber 1.6g, sugars 0.3g, protein 3.15g, sodium 4mg, potassium 295mg, iron 3.17mg, calcium 224mg, vitamin A 264mcg, vitamin C 14.8mg and vitamin K 1017mcg.

Storage

Store in cool, humid conditions to prevent moisture loss and spoilage

Storage conditions:
  • Temperature: 32°F - 50°F (0°C - 10°C)
  • Humidity: 80% - 90%

Ethylene production is low, but high humidity helps prevent moisture loss and wilting

Packaging

Maintain high humidity with breathable packaging such as mesh bags or ventilated containers

Shelf life

7 - 10 days

Category: Herbs
Also known as: Sweet Italian Basil, Genovese Basil, Thai Basil
Origin: Southeast Asia, particularly Thailand and Indonesia, but now grown commercially in the United States, Italy, and other countries.

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PLU codes, which stands for Price Look-Up codes, are 4 or 5-digit numbers used in grocery stores and supermarkets to identify fresh produce items.

  • 4-digit codes are for conventionally grown produce
  • 5-digit codes starting with 9 indicate organic produce
  • 5-digit codes starting with 8 were originally intended for GMO produce, but are rarely used

PLU codes streamline checkout processes, improve inventory management, and provide consistency across different stores.

The system was developed by the International Federation for Produce Standards (IFPS)

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