{"product_id":"ashwagandha-5-pot","title":"Ashwagandha - 5\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eAshwagandha (Withania somnifera), or Indian Winter Cherry, is one of the most revered herbs in Ayurveda, prized for its adaptogenic roots that help the body cope with stress and fatigue. This hardy, drought-tolerant shrub bears dull green oval leaves, small greenish-yellow flowers and bright red-orange berries in papery husks. Traditionally the dried roots are powdered as a rejuvenating tonic believed to boost energy, immunity and vitality. Native to and widely cultivated across India, ashwagandha thrives in dry, well-drained soils and full sun, making it an easy, rewarding medicinal plant for home gardens and pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolanaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndia and the Middle East\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60-150 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45-60 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDull green, oval, slightly hairy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreenish-yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMonsoon to winter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical to subtropical, semi-arid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull sun, 6+ hours daily\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow; drought-tolerant, water sparingly\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-drained sandy loam, pH 7.5-8.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20-38 C; warm, dry conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow; dislikes excess humidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimal; light organic compost at planting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLittle needed; remove dead growth\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGrown from seed annually; deep pots for roots\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMites, aphids; root rot in wet soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoots used medicinally; berries and leaves not for casual consumption\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEasy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe dried roots are powdered and used in Ayurveda as an adaptogenic tonic for stress, energy, immunity and overall vitality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eAshwagandha suits India's warm, dry climate; sow seeds at the onset of monsoon in sandy, well-drained soil, give full sun, and avoid overwatering to develop strong medicinal roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water ashwagandha?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater sparingly. Ashwagandha is drought-tolerant and prefers dry soil; overwatering causes root rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much sunlight does ashwagandha need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt needs full sun, at least 6 hours daily, to grow well and develop strong roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs ashwagandha safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe plant belongs to the nightshade family; leaves and berries can be harmful if eaten, so keep pets from nibbling it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo I need to repot ashwagandha?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is usually grown as an annual from seed. Use deep pots so its medicinal roots can develop fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate ashwagandha?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAshwagandha is propagated from seed, best sown at the start of the monsoon in warm, well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is my ashwagandha wilting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eWilting often means overwatering or poorly drained soil. Let the soil dry out and ensure sharp drainage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen can I harvest the roots?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoots are typically harvested when the plant is 150-180 days old, as the lower leaves dry and berries ripen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan ashwagandha be grown indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt prefers full outdoor sun, but a very bright sunny balcony can work; low light gives weak plants and poor roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs ashwagandha toxic to humans?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoots are used medicinally, but the leaves and berries are not for casual eating. Use prepared root products as directed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow should I fertilize ashwagandha?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt needs little feeding. A little organic compost at planting in lean soil is enough for healthy root development.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51047812464886,"sku":"PLT-ASHWAGANDHA-P05-NA","price":50.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/Ehpf3E5bvOfnl7Q0AjW5GM5lbVmRup5EYF4vn7x4.jpg?v=1782710854","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/ashwagandha-5-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}