Planting Life

Introduction: In India, Bryophyllum pinnatum(Scientific Name) plant is known as Panfuti or Patharchur Plant. Also known as “Miracle Leaf”, “Leaf of Life” and “Wonder of the World”. “Bryo” means sprout and “phyllum” means leaf. The plant that sprouts or grows from its leaves is called as Bryophyllum. This plant is native to Madagascar. Panfuti Plant is a succulent perennial herb, which grows up to 1m- 2m in height. The stems are thick, flexible and short and the flowers are pink, white or purple in colour. It is grown in the garden for ornamental purposes. Soil & Climate: Use potting mix of 20% compost, 50% gardening soil and 30% perlite or river sand. Succulent’s plant require well drained pot. It does not require very regular fertilization, but it is advisable to feed twice in year with an all-purpose fertilizer. This plant grows in tropical, sub-tropical and warm temperate climatic zone. Light requirement:  It grows well in direct sunlight of 5~6 hours daily. Water Technique:

Introduction: Ajwain Plant also known as Ajowan, Bishop’s weed or Carom plant. It is both a culinary and a medicinal plant. It’s an attractive and easy-to-grow plant. It grows quickly and readily, spreading and filling in spaces in beds. The leaves have a fresh herbal taste. The plant have soothing aroma and fragrance. You can also use the seeds in cooking, which resemble cumin seeds and have hints of thyme, anise and oregano. This is also considered to be lucky plant in terms of Feng Shui as the leaves are round and any circular shape promotes good chi (energy) to enter the place. This promotes good-luck and money-luck. Soil & Climate: Ajwain plant grows well in any type of soil. A good soil mixture consists of 20% compost and 80% gardening soil. Ajwain does not require very regular fertilization, but it is advisable to feed once in month with an all-purpose fertilizer. Repotting: Repot Ajwain plant every year with same soil mix (mentioned above). Pruning: When the plant reaches a

Introduction: Rubber Plant also known as “Ficus Elastica” which is widely found in Southeast Asia. It is one of the low maintenance plant among all houseplants to grow. There are different varieties of Rubber plant. These plants somewhat have an appearance like tree due to its height and long leaves which are beautiful and of different colours. The main gist of this plant of being attractive is its broad and shiny leaves which adds to any home décor art work. Soil & Climate: It requires well-drained and well-aerated potting soil. A good mixture of soil should be composed of 30 % of cocopeat, 20% river sand or perlite, 40% of gardening soil & 10% of fertilizer. Regards to fertilizer use, one can use cow manure or any organic fertilizer, but it should be fertilized in growing season only i.e., summer season. Mainly it is observed that the plant growth is restricted or slow if it is kept in small pot. But if kept outside during the summer season, it grows to a great height in few

Introduction: Costus igeus , commonly known as Insulin plant in India, belongs to family Costaceae. This plant is used mainly for the medicinal purposes. Soil & Climate: Insulin plant can easily grow in garden soil. Also, it is an easy-maintenance plant. It can adjust to various type and the quality of the soil. But the ideal  Soil composition is 20% compost and 80% gardening Soil. Regards to fertilizer use, one can use cow manure or any organic fertilizer in the summers. Insulin can grow in both tropical and sub-tropical conditions. The area for growing the Insulin plant should have a balance of sunlight and shade. Water Technique: Water well once upper layer of soil is dried. You can check by touching the soil. Propagation: One common technique of propagation of the Insulin plant is, by cutting its stem and placing it in pot. Second technique is Root division technique. When small buds grow in the pot, you can repot them by separating through their roots. Importance & Benefit

Introduction: Aglaonema also known as “Chinese Evergreen” is mainly found in sub-tropical regions of Asia with its wide variety. It is one of the easiest among all houseplants to grow. Red / Lipstick Aglaonema is also one of the most fascinating house plant. As it is very unique in its texture, the combination of dark leaves bordering it with red or light red color makes it look a proper home décor piece thereby adding a good foliage look to the house interiors. Soil & Climate: It requires well drained soil which retains its moisture for long time period. Soil mixture: 20% compost, 20% river sand, 60% coco peat. Also it grows well if it is planted in only cocopeat as it retains moisture very well . Regards to fertilizer use, one can use cow manure or any organic fertilizer in every 4 to 6 months. Generally it is observed that the plant growth is slow but when it is placed in proper environment, soil and watered accordingly then its growth pace is little high as compare to normal. L

   Introduction : Mango is the main fruit of Asia and this fruit has developed its own importance all over the world. Besides its fine taste and good qualities, it is called as the “ King of Fruits ”. Soils and Climate: Both soil and climate of an ecosystem are the important factors which determine about success or failure of mango crop. Mango plant grows in all types of soil but especially it grows well in red soil provided it are deep and well drained. But good soil composition is a success of best quality fruits. Soil mixture: 40% gardening soil, 30% cow manure, 30% coco peat. Addi tionally, we can add Neem fruit or leaves mixture along with dried banana peel.  This provides calcium, iron and potassium which is an important requirement for mango plant. Also, Neem mixture is an effective pest control. Cow manure or Vermi compost can be added twice in a year . Mango is grown in both tropical and sub-tropical conditions. It requires good rainfall during its growing season i.e