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Lamiaceae, generally known as the mint family, have long been known for their aromatic oils, containing about 236 genera and has been stated to contain 6900–7200 species. Ocimum basilicum Linn. belonging to Lamiaceae, is a famous culinary herb in Africa. It is medicinally used in case of diarrhea as well as hypoglycemic, antiinflammatory, antibacterial, antioxidant, immune-stimulatory, and antiviral.