Shiso, Red (Perilla Leaf, Japanese Basil)
Red Shiso (Perilla frutescens), also called Perilla Leaf and Japanese Basil, is an herb in the mint family with large, deep purple, wrinkled, serrated leaves. Much stronger and spicier than Green Shiso, the crunchy leaves are used mainly in salads, for pickling, and as a natural food coloring. Used extensively in Japanese cuisine, it has a fresh minty-basil flavor with notes of clove and cumin, and a bitter, astringent finish. Pairs well with fish, rice, noodles, and vegetables, especially cucumbers. Also a medicinal herb with antioxidant, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic properties. Its rhizome root can become invasive, so best grown in a container.
- Mint-basil-clove-cumin flavor
- Full sun
- Days to germinate (sprout): 7-21 days
- Days to maturity: 80-85 days
Good companion plants: Arugula, Basil, Bok Choy, Parsley, Tomato
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