Basil (Ocimum Basilicum)

Folk Names: Albahaca, American Dittany, 'Our Herb,' St. Joseph's Wort, Sweet Basil, Witches Herb

Uses:
The scent of fresh basil causes sympathy between two people, and this is why it is used to sooth tempers betwixt lovers. It is added to love incenses and sachets, and the fresh leaves are rubbed against the skin as a kind of natural love perfume.