Psyllium, Isabgol - seeds
Specifications
| Family |
Plantaginaceae |
| Native region |
Western and Southern Asia |
| Mature height |
30-45 cm |
| Growth rate |
Moderate |
Care guide
| Sunlight |
Full sun (6+ hours) |
| Watering |
Low; light, infrequent watering, very drought tolerant |
| Soil / mix |
Sandy, light, well-drained soil; tolerates poor soils |
| Fertilizer |
Minimal; a little compost at sowing is enough |
| Difficulty |
Easy |
Uses
<p>The seed husk (psyllium) is the well-known natural fibre laxative used to ease constipation and support digestion and gut health. The whole seed is also valued in traditional Ayurvedic remedies.</p>
Growing tips
<p>Sow the tiny seeds very shallowly, barely covering them, and keep the surface lightly moist until sprouting. Germination takes <strong>7-14 days</strong> in cool, dry weather. Best direct sown in beds, thinning seedlings to 10-15 cm apart. Water sparingly. The crop matures in about 110-130 days when the spikes turn brown and seed is ready to harvest.</p>