Ocimum reclinatum
Ocimum reclinatum (S.D.Williams & K.Balkwill) A.J.Paton

Ocimum reclinatum is a species in the genus Ocimum, family Lamiaceae. It was first described in 1999 by A.J. Paton, based on earlier work by S.D. Williams and K.Balkwill. The species is native to KwaZulu-Natal and Mozambique.
Description
Ocimum reclinatum is a member of the Lamiaceae, commonly known as the mint family. It is geographically restricted to the regions of KwaZulu-Natal in South Africa and Mozambique. The species was formally published in 1999 by A.J. Paton, who reclassified it from earlier contributions by S.D. Williams and K.Balkwill. This species is part of the Ocimum genus, which includes various aromatic herbs and plants known for their essential oils and culinary or medicinal uses. The name 'reclinatum' may refer to the plant's growth habit or morphology, though specific details about its physical characteristics are not provided in the source data.
Distribution
KwaZulu-Natal · Mozambique
Synonyms
Becium reclinatum



