They have a camphoraceous odor and bitter, aromatic taste, reminding one of that of Aristolochia Serpentaria.
"The Medicinal Plants of the Philippines"
T. H. Pardo de Tavera
In common with the other labiates, Basil, both the wild and the sweet, furnishes an aromatic volatile camphoraceous oil.
"Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure"
William Thomas Fernie
The essential oil corresponds in composition to that of anise, but contains a special camphoraceous body of its own; whilst its vapour will cause the tears and the saliva to flow.
"Herbal Simples Approved for Modern Uses of Cure"
William Thomas Fernie