Are Agastache Rugosa and Ocimum Basilicum in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Lamiaceae.

Can you substitute Agastache Rugosa for Ocimum Basilicum?

They share the Lamiaceae family, so they can sometimes substitute in recipes — with notable differences in aroma.

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Agastache Rugosa vs Ocimum Basilicum

Agastache rugosa · Ocimum basilicum

Agastache Rugosa

Agastache rugosa

T Traditional Use

Family: Lamiaceae
Genus: Agastache
Primary use: culinary & medicinal

Agastache rugosa, also known as wrinkled giant hyssop, Korean mint, purple giant hyssop, Indian mint, Chinese patchouli, or Huoxiang, is an aromatic herb in the mint family, native to East Asia.

Ocimum Basilicum

Ocimum basilicum

T Traditional Use

Family: Lamiaceae
Genus: Ocimum
Primary use: culinary & medicinal

Basil, also called great basil, is a culinary herb of the family Lamiaceae (mints). It is a tender plant, and is used in cuisines worldwide. In Western cuisine, the generic term "basil" refers to the variety also known as Genovese basil or sweet basil. Basil is native to tropical…

At a glance

· Both in Lamiaceae, but different genera (Agastache vs Ocimum).
· Both are primarily both.
· Evidence tiers — Agastache Rugosa: T; Ocimum Basilicum: T.