In Africa, the leaves have been traditionally used for the treatment of cold, cough, abdominal pain and measle. In addition, the plant is used for its carminative, stimulant, antipyretic, antifungical, antibacterial, insect repellent, and antioxidant properties. The strong camphor scented leaves treat congested chest, cough and cold, by sniffing crushed leaves, inhaling vapour of boiling leaves or Angolan Basil Essential Oil (Ocimum kilimandscharicum).
Furthermore, popular use of leaves of O. kilimandscharicum (Lamiaceae) against pain as bees reported.
Medicinal, Spicy Group and Middle note
Leaves and flowers
Alpha-pinene – 18-50%
Germacrene-D – 7-24%
Steam-distillation
