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Ajwain
Ajwain
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All the way from tasty pakoras to beauty care, this easy to grow houseplant is a common favourite in Indian households because of its many uses.
Scientific Name: Trachyspermum ammi
Common Names:Ajwain, Ajowan Caraway, Carom, Bishop's Weed, Mexican Mint, Patharchur
Flower Colours:white with pinkish mark on each petal
Bloom Time:March
Maximum Reachable Height: 2 feet
Difficulty to Grow: easy to grow
Planting:can be through seeds and cuttings; plant seedlings after two weeks of maturation; for richest foliage, grow in alkaline soil with not too much organic matter; to grow from cuttings, use sturdy, de-leafed stalks and plant into a few inches of soil
Care: occasionally prune dead leaves; this plant doesn't need too much nurturing; it does not get affected by pests; do not over-water
Sunlight:can grow in complete sunlight but prefers partial light and partial shade
Soil:acidic soil, neutral soil, or clay loam
Water:ajwain needs regular watering and prefers moist soil; do not over-water and wait for three-fourths of the soil to dry out before generously watering again
Fertiliser: organic manure
Precautions: some people may be allergic to this plant; allergic reactions include nausea, vomiting, and headache
Useful/Special Features:some use ajwain in the treatment ofgrey hair
Culinary Use:ajwain seeds and leaves areoften used in Indian cooking
Ornamental Use:NA
Medicinal Use: used for treating acidicty and indegestion, common cold, ear and tooth ache, common cold, and arthritis related pain
References:
https://mumbaifarmer.com/what-to-grow/growing-ajwain-in-mumbai/
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/herbs/ajwain/growing-ajwain-indian-herbs.htm
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