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Description
Scent leaf, scientifically known as Ocimum gratissimum, is a highly aromatic herb widely used in Nigerian cooking for its strong, pleasant fragrance and flavor. Known as Efinrin in Yoruba, Nchanwu in Igbo, and Daidoya in Hausa, it adds a unique taste to soups, stews, and sauces. Aside from its culinary role, scent leaf is also valued for its medicinal and health-boosting properties in traditional medicine.

Sources
Grown across Nigeria, particularly in home gardens and farms in the South-West, South-East, and Middle Belt regions. It thrives in both the rainy and dry seasons.

Health Benefits

• Boosts immunity due to its rich content of vitamins and antioxidants.

• Aids digestion and helps relieve bloating and stomach discomfort.

• Antibacterial and antifungal properties help fight infections.

• Helps regulate blood sugar when consumed regularly.

• Relieves cough and cold when boiled and taken as herbal tea.

Common soups or dishes you can use it for

• Pepper soup

• Yam porridge

• Ofada sauce (Ayamase)

• Vegetable sauce for rice or yam

• Ogbono soup (for added flavor)