Basil plant seeds are a member of the Lamiaceae (mint) family and are native to India. It has high importance in the Indian Religion and is hence also known as holy Basil. Everything about Basil is medicinal and so are its seeds. Basil seeds are commonly known in India as Sabja. The seeds have very little calories & high nutritive value which make them a super food. It is one of the most ancient grains of India and has a number of references in Indian Scriptures too.
