Italian Basil (Ocimum basilicum) is one of a dozen types of basil grown for culinary use. When grown in Italy this is known as "Basilico Genovese' and is a staple of Italian cuisine famously used in Pesto and the Caprese Salad. Zero Mile Farms Samui is now growing this delicious Italian Basil here on Koh Samui, helping the islands many chefs to create authentic, Italian, fine-dining cuisine.