TomorrowSeeds - Lime Basil Seeds - 1500+ Count - For 2026 Planting Ocimum Americanum Kemangi Bai

Lime Basil has a zesty flavor and the sweet, citrusy aroma of lime peels! This beautiful plant features lime-green flushes and dainty white buds. This highly aromatic species of basil is native to Africa, India, China, and Southeast Asia and is naturalized in Australia and tropical regions of America. Lime Basil can add a refreshing, tangy lime flavor to salads, poultry, rice, or desserts and blends well in vinaigrette, sauces, and oils. Grow Lime Basil indoors for year-long fresh herbs and citrusy aromas, and dry the extra leaves for use in cooking, herbal teas, or potpourri.

Also Known As: Bai Maenglak, Lemon Basil, Kemangi, Thai Lemon Basil, Sweet Lime Basil,  Lime Mint Basil, Bai Manglak, Lime Balm.

Plant Name: Basil, Lime
Latin Name: Ocimum americanum
Days to Germinate: 7-14
Days to Harvest: 60-90
Plant Height: 1 - 2 Feet
Spread: 12 - 18 Inches
Growth Habit: Bush
USDA Zones: 3-12
Lifespan: Annual, Perennial in Zones 10-12
Brand: TomorrowSeeds
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Pollination: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
GMO: No
Fungicide-Treated Seeds*: No
Seeds Packed For**: 2026
*Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds.
**Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.