Tulsi is an aromatic shrub in the basil family Lamiaceae (tribe ocimeae) that is thought to have originated in north central India and now grows native throughout the eastern world tropics.Within Ayurveda, tulsi is known as “The Incomparable One,” “Mother Medicine of Nature” and “The Queen of Herbs,” and is revered.Tulsi is an adaptogen that has been used for thousands of years to relieve stress and promote inner peace. Uplifting. Tulsi is sometimes referred to as "liquid yoga" for its ability to help uplift mood and bring a sense of calm clarity.