{"product_id":"indian-borage-5-pot","title":"Indian Borage - 5\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eIndian Borage (Plectranthus amboinicus), also called Karpooravalli or Doddapatre, is a hardy succulent herb with thick, fleshy, fuzzy leaves and a strong oregano-like aroma. Widely grown across India, its leaves are valued in home remedies for coughs, colds and sore throats, and are used to flavour chutneys, fritters and buttermilk. The plant is fast-growing, drought-tolerant and almost foolproof, spreading into an attractive mounding bush in pots or beds. Its fragrant, decorative foliage and easy-care nature make it a popular medicinal and culinary herb for Indian kitchen gardens, balconies and windowsills.\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\u003eLamiaceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouthern and Eastern Africa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30-60 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e45-90 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFast\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eThick, fleshy, fuzzy, aromatic green\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePale lilac to white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWinter to spring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTropical to subtropical\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\u003eBright indirect light to partial sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow to moderate; let soil dry between waterings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWell-drained sandy or loamy soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18-35 C; protect from frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTolerates a wide range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight feeding once or twice a season\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePinch regularly to keep bushy and compact\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEvery 1-2 years or when crowded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStem cuttings (very easy)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMealybugs, aphids; root rot if overwatered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeaves edible in culinary\/medicinal amounts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVery easy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeaves are used in traditional remedies for cough, cold and sore throat, and as a flavouring in chutneys, pakoras and buttermilk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eExtremely easy in Indian conditions; root a cutting directly in soil, water sparingly, and give bright light. It thrives on neglect and grows year-round in most regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Indian Borage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeing succulent, it needs little water. Let the soil dry between waterings and water more sparingly in cool weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does Indian Borage need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt prefers bright indirect light or a few hours of gentle sun. Harsh midday sun can scorch its fleshy leaves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Indian Borage safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is generally low-risk, but as with many Plectranthus, large amounts may upset a pet's stomach, so keep nibbling minimal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I repot Indian Borage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRepot every 1-2 years or when the pot is crowded, using fresh well-draining soil in spring or summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate Indian Borage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is one of the easiest herbs to propagate: simply place a stem cutting in moist soil and it roots within days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy are my leaves rotting or mushy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eMushy leaves and stems usually mean overwatering. Reduce watering, improve drainage, and remove affected parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes Indian Borage flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, it produces spikes of pale lilac to white flowers, usually in winter to spring, though it is grown mainly for foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan Indian Borage be grown indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, near a bright window. It tolerates indoor conditions well thanks to its hardy, succulent nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Indian Borage toxic to humans?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo, its leaves are safe and traditionally used in cooking and home remedies in normal amounts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow should I fertilize Indian Borage?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt needs very little feeding. A light dose of compost or balanced fertilizer once or twice a season is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51256152522998,"sku":"PLT-INDIANBORAGE-P05-NA","price":99.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/h0MhUA5j8zjbHLCTHqfxUYPepIVEZjzVVxRDSG8l.png?v=1783921974","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/indian-borage-5-pot","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}