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CASSIA ALATA

₹21.00

Cassia alata, commonly known as Candle Bush or Ringworm Shrub, is a fast-growing, tropical shrub famous for its bright yellow, candle-like flower spikes. Native to the tropical Americas but widely naturalized in Asia and Africa, it is valued both for its ornamental beauty and medicinal properties, particularly as a traditional remedy for skin ailments. It features large, compound leaves and produces showy, fragrant flowers during the warm seasons. Supplied in a 1-inch net pot — plant directly with the net pot into the ground or a larger planter.

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CASSIA ALATA

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CATEGORY- Shrub

UOM – Each

SAPLING DESCRIPTION

1.Number of saplings in a net pot – 1
2.Sapling Height – 8 to 12 inches
3.Watering – When the top inch of soil is dry
4.Sunlight – Full sun to partial shade

PLANT DESCRIPTION

1.Difficulty Level – Easy
2.Full Plant Height – 6 to 10 feet
3.Leaves Color – Green, large and compound
4.Flowers – Bright yellow, candle-shaped spikes
5.Type – Fast-growing tropical shrub
6.Feed – Compost or balanced fertilizer every 2 months
7.Watering – Moderate; regular watering during dry spells
8.Soil – Well-draining fertile soil, loamy or sandy
9.Sunlight – Full sun to partial shade
10.Suitable Temperature – 70°F–95°F (21°C–35°C); thrives in tropical climates

HOW TO PLANT A SAPLING

1.Select a site with full sun to partial shade and well-draining soil.
2.Dig a hole twice the width and equal depth of the net pot.
3.Place the sapling (with net pot) in the hole.
4.Backfill and firm soil gently around the base.
5.Water well and mulch to retain moisture.

ALTERNATE NAMES

1.Botanical name: Cassia alata
2.Common names: Candle Bush, Ringworm Shrub
3.Hindi: मोरिंदा (Morindā)
4.Tamil: செம்பருத்தி (Semparutti)
5.Telugu: పువ్వుల కాటుక (Puvvula Kātuka)
6.Kannada: ಮೆಣಸಿನ ಹೂವು (Meṇasina Hūvu)
7.Marathi: मेणबत्ती झाड (Meṇbattī Jhāḍ)
8.Malayalam: മെണപ്പട്ട (Meṇappaṭṭa)