Does a basil have a tap root system?

Answer 1

I believe that basil has more of a ball root - very fibrous as opposed to a tap root -like a thistle. Tap roots have the ability to reach deep down in the earth to draw moisture and nutrients and are hard to pull up. Basil is normally a short lived plant and requires frequent watering (in the summer)

Answer 2

Basil has a fibrous root system rather than a taproot system. The fibrous root system consists of numerous small secondary roots that spread out in various directions, providing good support and anchorage for the plant.