Tulsi flowers in slender spikes, and the tradition has a word for them: manjari.
The flower spike
A manjari is a spike of small flowers held above the leaves. A well-grown plant carries many of them, which is what the synonym Bahumanjari records, as the names guide explains.
The parts of the plant
Leaves, manjari, seeds and root are each described in the classical record. The leaves are the part most people know, fresh in a household plant or dried.
Why the part matters
Leaf, flower spike and seed are different materials, so a label should say which part it contains. The label guide sets out what to check.
On the label
Tulsi Capsules contain holy basil as a single herb in capsule form.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a manjari?
The flowering spike of Tulsi.
Which parts of Tulsi are described?
Leaves, manjari, seeds and root.
Why name the part on a label?
Because each part is a different material.
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