A tonic, mildly astringent. Used for coughs, relaxed bowels and looseness of the bowels.

Leaves exude a gel that is used externally to treat
minor burns and cuts. Some say taking it internally may cause
some irritation. Treats poison ivy and rashes, added to soaps
and creams as a conditioner for healthy skin, antibacterial.

Seeds and leaves in the tea form for treatment of colic,
sedative, flatulance, digestive aid. Cough, bronchitis, stuffy
nose, loosens bronchial congestion, morning breath freshener.
Is said to be helpful to women as it acts like an estrogen and
may help relieve menopause. Increases milk production.

 Take 1 teaspoonful of seeds in each cup of boiling water, steep 10-20
minutes, strain, drink no more than 3 cups a day.

Flowers are used to prepare liniments and salves for sore
muscles and sprains.

Herb Tonic and styptic. Used in looseness of bowels, etc.

Anti-Bilous, tonic and detergent. Used in cases of chronic
constipation, indigestion, jaundice and worms in children.

Tea form, colds, flu, cramps, bladder. Basil oil is said to
repel insects. Used in large quantities as a tonic and cold remedy.
Calms nerves, settles stomachs.

Leaves relieve cough, nausea, sore throat, menstrual
cramps, purifies blood. Used to stimulate liver and spleen.