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Arapgir Opal Basil Spice 50g PDO

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$5,40/ piece

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BrandArapgir Mor Reyhan
Geographical Indication DetailsPDO
Indication Name
Arapgir Mor Reyhanı (PDO)
Geographical Boundary
Malatya iline bağlı Arapgir ilçesi
Product Description
Arapgir (Turkey) Opal Basil Spice 50 gr. PDO - Geographical Indications Product 
Belonging to the basil family, Reyhan has been the indispensable spice of Turkish tables for many years. It is a complete healing source. The color of basil, which grows in the Arapgir district of Malatya, fascinates those who see it. It takes this color only when it grows in that region. It is both delicious and beneficial at the same time. It has an important source of antioxidants and antimicrobial properties. Arapgir Purple Reyhan Spice can be used in meals.
Origin: Turkey
Product Story

Arapgir Purple Basil is a unique plant from the Lamiaceae family. The leaves are 5-10 cm long, 3-6 cm wide, soft and dark purple. The cup leaves of the flowers are purple, burgundy and dark green. Body length is 8-15 cm, diameter is around 1-1.5 cm and it is colored in light-dark brown tones. Arapgir Purple Basil is unique to the region and is completely purple in color. The essential oils of Arapgir Purple Basil are analyzed by Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry, and components such as 1,8-cineole, linalool, methylcinnamate stand out. The purple color and aroma of this plant, which does not contain estragole, is obtained by natural agricultural practices.

The method of production of the plant begins with sowing the seeds in the seedling growing areas in March. Watering and maintenance is done regularly. At harvest time, shoots and leaves are cut and dried in the shade. Irrigation is done in moist soil at intervals of 4-8 days, while fertilization includes the use of organic matter. Disease and pest control is usually done by mechanical methods. Physical control and copper-containing drugs are used against diseases such as leaf spots and root rot.

Arapgir Purple Basil is a local plant and draws attention with its purple leaves and characteristic aroma. Produced with natural farming methods and careful care, it has local folkloric value.

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Delivery Time (International)
UPS Shipping 1 - 3 Days

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Place of Production
Malatya, Arapkir
Production Season
All year

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