Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum) is one of the most sacred plants in India and it is often kept in courtyards and houses for its purifying and beneficial influence on its surroundings. It removes excess mucous from the lungs and upper respiratory tract promoting clear comfortable breathing. Tulsi promotes healthy circulation and supports proper function of the heart. It strengthens digestion and supports proper weight management. Tulsi bolsters the immune system and is useful for maintaining a normal body temperature. Highly sattvic in nature it heightens awareness and promotes mental clarity. It is said to open the heart and mind and bestow the energy of love and devotion.