1. Observe the blade

Compared with the two, the leaves of Schizonepeta tenuifolia are relatively small and narrow, while the leaves of basil are relatively wide. The leaves of Schizonepeta tenuifolia are relatively smooth without obvious folds. They are relatively flat leaves, so they appear relatively tall and straight. In contrast, the folds of basil leaves are more obvious, and the concave convex feeling is very strong

2. Smell and distinguish the taste

The taste of plant Schizonepeta tenuifolia is very strong and very pungent. In contrast, the taste of basil is milder and less pungent than that of Schizonepeta tenuifolia. Therefore, we can also distinguish Basil from Schizonepeta tenuifolia by smelling the two

3. Distinguish petiole

The color of the petiole of mature basil is relatively dark and purple, and the petiole of basil is very smooth without fluff. The petiole of Schizonepeta tenuifolia is as tender green as the leaves, but the petiole of Schizonepeta tenuifolia is covered with fine soft fluff. In addition, there are some small white burrs on the petiole of Schizonepeta tenuifolia. From this point, we can well distinguish Basil from Schizonepeta tenuifolia

4. Different flowers

The flowers of basil and Schizonepeta tenuifolia are relatively small flowers, but the flowers of basil are purple and have a heavier smell, which will attract some small insects. The flower of Schizonepeta tenuifolia is white. Basil and Schizonepeta tenuifolia can be distinguished from each other by the color of the flowers