Tulasi is another form of Godess Lakshmi. That's not all, Tulasi is very good for health. In 'Agasya Samhita' tulasi is mentioned with great reverence. To plant a tulasi, to water it and maintain it is good. To do 'Pradakshina'(circle around) daily to a tulasi plant is said to give you good results. Ita a magical plant. Tulasi juice is good for respiratory problems, blood and skin problems, throat and ulcers. Hence tulasi is said 'Arogyapradayini'(giver of good health).