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Scent leaf

A strongly aromatic West African basil leaf used in soups, stews and infusions.

Scent leaf — illustrative ingredient image

About Scent leaf

Scent leaf is a common name for a strongly aromatic basil-like leaf used in West African cooking. The name is applied to leaves with a pronounced herbal, clove-like aroma, but common-name use can vary by region and does not by itself establish a single botanical identity.

The leaves are used fresh or dried in soups, stews and infusions, where they add a pungent herbal flavour. They may be used whole, chopped or crushed, and their strength can vary with freshness and preparation. The exact species and local naming conventions should be considered when identifying a particular product.

Ingredient type
whole food

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Scent leaf nutrition & diet

Scent leaf nutritional value

Reference: Scent leaf, raw, fresh

Per 100 g of 100 g edible portion in the stated food form.

Calories
81kcal
Protein
8.5g
Carbs
5.7g
Fat
1.2g

Official table value per 100 g. Species and preparation can change values.

Comparisons should identify the particular plant and whether the leaves are fresh or dried. Drying and preparation affect the measured form and concentration of the leaf material.

Dietary compatibility

  • Vegan
    Not established
  • Vegetarian
    Not established
  • Pescatarian
    Not established
  • Keto
    Not established
  • Paleo
    Not established
  • Low-carb
    Not established
  • Halal
    Not established
  • Kosher
    Not established
What these diet assessments mean
Vegan · Not established
The available profile does not establish the full composition or processing for this dietary pattern.
Vegetarian · Not established
The available profile does not establish the full composition or processing for this dietary pattern.
Pescatarian · Not established
The available profile does not establish the full composition or processing for this dietary pattern.
Keto · Not established
A defined serving and sourced carbohydrate data are needed before assessing this dietary pattern.
Paleo · Not established
The ingredient form and processing have not been assessed against this dietary pattern.
Low-carb · Not established
A defined serving and sourced carbohydrate data are needed before assessing this dietary pattern.
Halal · Not established
Sourcing, processing and any applicable certification have not been verified. A food name alone does not establish halal status.
Kosher · Not established
Sourcing, processing and any applicable certification have not been verified. A food name alone does not establish kosher status.

For the plain ingredient · Awaiting review. Diet compatibility is not allergy suitability or halal/kosher certification. Keto and low-carb depend on the portion.

Reviewed ingredient entryIngredient reference · Preparations vary

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Sources & review

Nutrition reference: Congo Basin Food Composition Table 2023 — Scent leaf, raw, fresh ↗. Values are scaled from 100 g of the recorded edible form. Individual portions have no assumed fixed weight.

Expanded overview, name examples and nutrition notes are database drafts awaiting editorial review. Numeric nutrition values, where shown, have their own source and food-form reference.

The ingredient description and dish connections come from the draft catalogue and may change after review.

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