Red rubin basil

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Red rubin basil (Ocimum basilicum 'Purpurascens') is an improved variety of Dark opal basil. Like many culinary basils, it is a cultivar of Ocimum basilicum (sweet basil). This basil variety has unusual reddish-purple leaves, and a stronger flavour than sweet basil, making it most appealing for salads and garnishes. It is a fast-growing annual herb that reaches a height of approximately {{convert|70|cm|ft|abbr=on}}.{{cite web|title=Basil 'Red Rubin' Seeds|url=http://www.seedaholic.com/basil-red-rubin-2588.html|website=www.seedaholic.com|access-date=5 April 2017|language=en}}